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Volume 17, Issue 37

Murrieta unveils 9-11 Memorial

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Education HUSD to appoint trustee to vacant seat Kim Harris VALLEYEDITOR@REEDERMEDIA.COM

The Hemet Unified School District will appoint a trustee to the vacant seat for Trustee Area 3 on the governing board during its Sept. 19 meeting.

Murrieta Police Chief Sean Hadden gives a speech while standing in front of the city’s new 9-11 Memorial which was unveiled during the annual “Sunset 9-11 Service,” Monday, Sept. 11. See more photos on page A-4. Kim Harris photo

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Entertainment Temecula to host ‘Western Days’ in Old Town

Previous champion’s mentor sweeps awards at 10th annual SoCal Chef Open Paul Bandong PBANDONG@REEDERMEDIA.COM

TEMECULA ─ Western Days is back and once again will be celebrating Temecula’s heritage as a ranch town. The event is to be held 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 23, in Town Square Park, 41000 Main St., in Old Town Temecula. see page C-2

Blotter Man charged with second-degree murder following Murrieta crash Kim Harris VALLEYEDITOR@REEDERMEDIA.COM

Christopher Barbara, 51, of Hemet, has been charged with second degree murder following the death of a Murrieta woman in a multi-vehicle crash Wednesday, Sept. 6. see page D-6

Last year’s So-Cal Chef Open winner Ronnel Capacia (left) present the 2017 So-Cal Chef Open Pinnacle Award Winner to Chef Martin Venegas of Great Oak Steakhouse. Chef Venegas also won the People’s Choice Award. Shane Gibson photo

Executive Chef Martin Venegas from the Great Oak Steakhouse at Pechanga wowed celebrity judges and attendees alike at the 10th Annual SoCal Chef Open, winning both the Pinnacle Award and People’s Choice Award. Last year’s Pinnacle Award winner, Chef Ronnel Capacio of Kelsey’s at Pechanga, credits Chef Venegas as his mentor. Eleven top inland chefs competed this year. Venegas’ winning dish featured USDA Prime Seared Tenderloin Medallions with shallot marmalade, foie gras compound butter and pinot noir reduction. The meat was so tender it cut easily with a fork and melted in the mouth as the red wine sauce finished long with slightly acidic hints of cherry and vanilla to enhance the flavor of the meat. “My excitement and motivation was the opportunity to do some

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Menifee City Council continues discussions on Economic Development Corridor zones Tony Ault TAULT@REEDERMEDIA.COM

INDEX Local ................................A-1 Sports ..............................B-1 Health .............................. B-4 Education.........................B-6 Business ...........................B-7 Entertainment.................C-1 Calendar of Events .........C-4 Dining ..............................C-5 Wine Country .................C-6 Real Estate ......................D-1 Home & Garden..............D-1 Pets...................................D-5 Opinion ...........................D-5 Business Directory..........D-6 Blotter...............................D-6 Classifieds........................D-7

The Menifee City Council in its regular Sept. 6 meeting, rather than engage in a lengthy late-night discussion on the many parcels of land in the city located in the new Economic Development Corridor Zoning Map, elected to conduct a public workshop on the matter later in the month. City staff has been working for some time to designate areas of the city, called corridors that would provide mixed industrial, commercial and office uses complementary to the surrounding land uses, like residential developments. The council hopes the EDC’s will encourage economic growth within the city with opportunities for residents to work, shop and recreate in the areas closest to them. The Economic Development

see ZONES, page A-8

An area between Garbani Road and Craig Avenue, just east of Interstate 215 is one of several zones Shane Gibson photo envisioned as economic development corridors by the city of Menifee.

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San Jacinto Council denies contract rate increase to Ramona Humane Society Tony Ault TAULT@REEDERMEDIA.COM

A surprise request by Ramona Humane Society to increase its recently signed two-year contract with the city of San Jacinto from $216,893 to $281,669.84 was rejected by the city council Tuesday, Sept. 25. President of the Ramona Humane Society Jeff Shepherd and Bob Duistermars brought their request to San Jacinto City Manager Rob Johnson, Aug. 8, stating a need for more revenue from the city due to audited numbers of actual cost items. Shelter representatives requested a contract increase from the city of $62,776 annually. It was the second increase amendment asked by RHS and approved by council since Jan. 1. Johnson said at the council meeting he had not yet received any financial data and a letter he requested from the RHS board. Although not in favor of the increase and without the letter, he forwarded the request to the council giving RHS an opportunity to explain the need for the latest contract increase and to get the council’s direction before proceeding. The latest two-year contract with the Ramona Humane Society Shel-

ter was signed in July 2016. The original two-year contract in 2010 was extended for another two years through 2012 and has continued successfully. The latest contract will run through Dec. 31, 2018. Shepherd, in a PowerPoint presentation to the council, showed how the animal shelter’s expenses had increased significantly since it first began providing shelter and animal control services to the city in 2010. Shepherd showed the statistics about its successful spay and neutering program, decreasing intakes, microchipping and adoptions and the differences in the shelters costs in the past two years. While, pleased with the shelter’s progress, the council questioned why RHS was making the request for a contract increase so soon after the contract’s last amendment in January. Mayor Scott Miller said he did not understand why RHS was requesting yet another increase in the contract when it still has more than a year before termination. “We believe that those numbers that are presented to us for contracted services are actual numbers that will actually exist all through that contract period,” Miller said. “It is very concerning when we have a contracted service come to

us in the middle of the contract and tell us the numbers we were given, even though we were told they were audited numbers and the contract would last two years, but now we are finding out they were incorrect numbers and we were are being asked for more money.” He said it raises, “many questions.” Shepherd admitted the numbers were incorrect, and their costs have “increased all around.” Councilwoman Crystal Ruiz questioned the reason for the cost increases when intakes have gone down. She asked for the figures showing why the shelter’s cost has gone up with less animals needing care. Shepherd apologized for not having more cost information for the council that evening. He did point out that even though the number of animals coming in has dropped and the euthanasia number has also dropped, the number of animals that are housed at the shelter is about the same and near its capacity. Ruiz said without that information she could not support the contract increase. Mayor Pro Tem Alonso Ledezma said whatever happens the first thing is that “you have to honor the

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sort of collaboration between the Ramona Humane Society and the nearby Riverside County Animal shelter could be explored. Shepherd said he would agree with that if possible. Utz said he would help with that effort. The council suggested that if RHS wanted to pursue the request, they should send the numbers requested and information needed to the city staff. “We have to answer to the taxpayers,” Ruiz said. “We are not going to approve any increase,” Miller said. “This council is making the decision to not take any action on this contract tonight and that you are going to honor the contract we have agreed to.” Shepherd said RHS has every intention to honor the contract. Councilman Andrew Kotyuk was absent from the meeting.

contract.” He suggested that cuts in the RHS staff might have to be made, if the costs are increasing as Shepherd said. “We have to honor the taxpayers,” Ledezma said. “I hope you will honor your contract.” Shepherd assured the council they will. Councilman Russ Utz said he was concerned about the RHS income stream and how much was coming in from the licensing, adoption fees, promotions, veterinarian and medical fees. “I understand your costs have gone up,” Utz said. “Like so many other council members have said, you did most recently give us a contract. I don’t know if we have enough information to make a decision tonight regarding whether or not we would support an increase.” He did say the issue is “all about the animals” to which Shepherd agreed. Utz suggested that some

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People gather at the Temecula Duck Pond to listen to various city dignitaries speak and remember those effected and who have lost their lives to the attacks on Sept. 11, 2001. For more photos, visit www.myvalleynews.com.

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Heather Rickman and her son Colton, 2, listen to various city dignitaries speak during the annual 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony at the Temecula Duck Pond.

Team captains rally together in the fight against breast cancer TEMECULA – Susan G. Komen Inland Empire held its Team Captain’s Pink Rally Wednesday, Aug. 30, to help kick-off the 2017 Komen Inland Empire Race for the Cure. The event was hosted by Europa Village in Temecula wine country. New and returning team captains arrived at the winery to get an overview for this year’s race. Past team captains shared helpful tips on recruiting team members and fundraising. Several guest speakers shared how they have partnered with Susan G. Komen Inland Empire. Temecula Valley National Charity League has been a partner with Komen Inland Empire for more than four years. The organization focuses on mothers and daughters serving communities to develop strong women leaders. The organization has volunteered more than 1,000 hours to help Komen Inland Empire’s Race for the Cure. The mothers and daughters have folded race T-shirts, assisted race team captains with packet pick up at the Promenade Temecula, worked with

race participants to paint tiles on race day, plastered the community with race posters and organized the Kids for Komen Inland Empire coloring contest at the Promenade Temecula. Marlene Moore with Team Pechanga told the crowd how excited they are about this year’s race. Team Pechanga has held the title as the largest fundraising and largest team for several years. Last year, Team Pechanga had close to 300 team members and raised nearly $70,000. They have 52 team captains and each department comes up with very creative ways to raise funds for the event. They have held office competitions, a pie-in-theface contest, bake sale, concerts and much more. Breast Cancer Solutions has been grantee and partner of Susan G. Komen Inland Empire since 2002. The organization helps breast cancer patients that are uninsured or underinsured in the Inland Empire with financial resources. Heather Gilbert, board president, thanked the team captains for their participation

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Murrieta council moves forward with extension for affordable housing projects Will Fritz VALLEYSTAFF@REEDERMEDIA.COM

Murrieta City Council approved a five-year extension of affordable housing projects at their regular city council meeting, Sept. 5. The city’s housing authority, as the successor to the city’s redevelopment agency, is tasked with developing affordable housing projects on three vacant former redevelopment agency properties. All redevelopment agencies across the state of California, including Murrieta’s, were abolished in 2011 by Gov. Jerry Brown. The housing authority had until

this year to develop the properties with affordable housing, per state law. The council was allowed to approve a one-time, five-year extension. If the new deadline is not met, the housing authority can sell the properties and use the funds for affordable housing projects. According to a staff report, the housing authority has had difficulty initiating development of the properties due to lack of funds. The authority did gain $2.1 million from the sale of another vacant lot in 2015, but City Planner Cynthia Kinser told the council the amount was only enough for the city to “probably proceed with one

housing project. “We were a young agency when the dissolution of redevelopment occurred, so we don’t have the assets that some cities had,” Kinser said. Because of this, Kinser said city planning staff will likely look to sell three of the properties and use the proceeds to develop one of the remaining properties ahead of the new deadline. She said staff would like to return to the council with an analysis of which property is best to keep and develop and move from there. Kinser said the extension could have been made a consent calendar

item – which is generally approved by the council without discussion – but staff wanted to put it on the regular agenda to make sure the council was fully aware of the fiveyear timeframe. “We just wanted to make you aware that this is something we are going to need to do within the next couple years that way we can have it completed within a five year window,” Kinser said. The council approved the extension 4-0, with Councilman Randon Lane absent, after little discussion or debate from council members. The housing authority already owns the land for one affordable

housing project, an apartment complex known as Monte Vista I, restricted to families earning 30-100 percent of the area median income. The land is leased to the owner of the apartment complex and has a 55-year “affordability covenant” expiring in 2059. The remaining three vacant properties that may be developed or sold, including a two-acre site known as “Jefferson South,” southwest of Interstate 15; a six-acre site located at 24960 Adams Avenue and a five-acre site at 42310 B Street. The city will have until Sept. 5, 2022, to come to a conclusion on what to do with the parcels.

Wildomar Elks Lodge hosts drive for Hurricane Harvey victims Stephanie Lai VALLEYSTAFF@REEDERMEDIA.COM

Richard Warren and his wife, a retired couple living in Lake Elsinore, asked The Wildomar/ Lake Elsinore Elks Lodge No.

2591 to help start a drive to send aid and supplies to Texas for those affected by Hurricane Harvey. They approached the Elks at their Friday night dinner, Sept. 1, asking for help and left that night having received $750 for

their cause. The couple has decided to take a pickup truck with a rented 12-foot trailer filled with needed items to Katy, Texas, where they have a relative who volunteers for Katy Christian Ministry.

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Madelyn Maduska, 5, of Murrieta, places a painted rock in the city of Murrieta’s 9-11 Memorial. The Memorial, located at Murrieta’s Town Square Park, was unveiled during the city’s “Sunset 9-11 Service,” Monday, Sept. 1. For more photos, visit www.myvalleynews.com. Kim Harris photos

A plaque bearing the words of former President George W. Bush will be part of the City of Murrieta’s 9-11 Memorial located at Town Square Park once it has been completed.

Knowing that Elks guide their lives by the principles of charity, justice, brotherhood and fidelity, the couple asked their fellow Elks if they could help fill their rig with supplies. With the help of the community, they have received support and numerous donations. The inventory is still growing with tools, cleaning supplies, personal care products, canned and packaged food and cash. The Warrens were previously planning an RV trip before deciding to take action in this way. When contacted by their relative Gabrielle West, to help the victims of the Harvey Hurricane, the Warrens decided to use their vacation time to help these people. Instead of renting a RV, they were able to rent the tractor trailer to transport supplies to Texas. The great response of the community has prompted the coordinators to expand their project by getting a 53-foot tractor trailer. Soon after, the local Boy Scouts heard about the project and have donated to the cause, in line with their scouting oath “to help other people at all times.”

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The lodge is still reaching out to the community, especially parents and members of the special needs community, asking for advice on what could and should be provided. They developed a list of items, including Pediasure, tracheotomy canisters and supplies, catheters, feeding tube supplies, feeding bags and medication syringes among other supplies. Other basic items include canned food, diapers and detergents. The community is welcome to donate to the cause by bringing listed supplies to the lodge, 33700 Mission Trail, in Wildomar. The Warrens plan to leave Sept. 21 with their relief cargo, as one community comes together to help another. Cash donations are also being sought; checks can be addressed to Richard Warren or the Elks Lodge. All donations are tax deductible, and receipts can be obtained at the lodge office. All items are due by Sept. 19. For more information, email Richard Warren at rwrodster@ gmail.com.

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Southwest Riverside County nonprofits ignite the #ValleyGIVES Movement to encourage spending with a purpose TEMECULA – Nonprofits from throughout the southwest Riverside County region will participate in the first #ValleyGIVESday event. Nov. 28, on the annual national day of giving known as #GivingTuesday, which focuses on charitable giving after the huge consumer spending days of Black Friday and Cyber Monday. The Promenade Temecula will host 25 area nonprofits outside the Regal Cinemas theater Nov. 28. The event will feature nonprofits from throughout southwest Riverside County, live music, food, raffles, activities and the giving spirit. “#ValleyGIVES is a first of its kind in the local region that will harness the collective power of a unique blend of partners – charities, families, businesses and individuals – from our corner of Riverside County that will transform how people think about, talk about and participate in the giving season,” event organizer Ashlee Collins said. Collins is the communications director for Michelle’s Place Breast Cancer Resource Center. She has been planning to localize the na-

tionwide #GivingTuesday for the past two years. “Coinciding with the Thanksgiving holiday and the kickoff of the holiday shopping season, #ValleyGIVESday on #GivingTuesday will inspire people to take collaborative action to improve their local communities, give back in better, smarter ways to the charities and causes they support and help create a better world,” Collins said. “#ValleyGIVESday will harness the power of social media to create a local movement around the holidays dedicated to giving, similar to how Black Friday and Cyber Monday have become days that are synonymous with holiday shopping.” “Our #ValleyGIVESday is a counter narrative to Black Friday and Cyber Monday because it reminds us that the spirit of the holiday giving season should be about community and giving and not just consumerism,” Collins said. “#ValleyGIVES is more than just an online giving movement, we want to bring our local nonprofits out into the spotlight so the community can interact with them and get to know

what they have to offer to the community.” The executives at Michelle’s Place, in conjunction with the Southwest Riverside County Nonprofit Cooperative, recognized an opportunity to channel the generous spirit of the holiday season and to inspire action around charitable giving. As thought leaders in philanthropy, social media and grassroots organizing, these nonprofit organizations explored what is working in modern philanthropy and how to expand these innovations throughout the philanthropic sector in the southwest Riverside County region. The concept gained steam, and with the help of the city of Temecula, Promenade Temecula, Valley Young Professions and Helping Young Professionals Exceed, local nonprofit organizations have joined the movement and are providing creative ways for the community to embrace #ValleyGIVESday on #GivingTuesday and collaborate in their giving efforts to create more meaningful results. Participating nonprofits include,

but are not limited to: Rancho Damacitas, Safe Alternatives for Everyone, Sale Ranch Sanctuary, Temecula Valley People Helping People, Santa Rosa Plateau Nature Education Foundation, Dorland Mountain Arts Colony, Habitat for Humanity Inland Valley, Hole Hearted, Jacob’s House, Project TOUCH, New Generations Rotary Club, Alzheimer’s Association, Michelle’s Place Breast Cancer Resource Center, Rose Again Foundation, Hospice of the Valleys, Phoenix Patriot Foundation, Boys & Girls Club Southwest County, Our Nicholas Foundation, Animal Friends of the Valleys and the Temecula Education Foundation. Although there are only 25 spots available at the Promenade Mall, the list of participating nonprofits continues to grow and is not limited. Participating nonprofits will have online exposure. Strategic Funding Solutions has provided an online app, “GivingByText,” that allows donors to easily select the nonprofit they wish to support. “It’s been a privilege to work with remarkable organizations

from our region in building this #ValleyGIVESday movement,” Kim Gerrish, executive director of Michelle’s Place and co-founder of the SWRC Nonprofit Cooperative, said. “This initiative will bring some much needed attention to our local nonprofit sector to show the community who we are and what amazing programs are offered for those in need. There are many nonprofits within southwest Riverside County that many people don’t know about. We are hoping #ValleyGIVESday will help change that.” In the spirit of the “Community Pride” campaign, #ValleyGIVES provides a framework and ideas for people to choose their own best way to contribute to their community. As a way to enhance this monumental giving day, the city of Temecula will formally proclaim Nov. 28, 2017, as #ValleyGIVESday, a day of giving in Temecula. The city of Murrieta will issue a similar proclamation. For more details about the #ValleyGIVES movement, visit www. thevalleygives.org.

Supervisor Washington’s Wildomar seeks applications for community cleanup crew Community Development Block to spruce up Valle Vista Grants for 2018-2019 HEMET – Riverside County Supervisor Chuck Washington and his staff are on a mission to help spruce up communities within the 3rd District with Community Cleanup Days. The 3rd District Clean Up Crew will remove trash, weeds and debris in Valle Vista, beginning 8 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 16. Residents can participate by volunteering and taking advantage of the free waste disposal at 43900 Mayberry Ave. from 8 a.m. to noon. Acceptable items for disposal are tires, furniture, large appliances, tree limbs and branches, computer, E-waste and other large items such as bicycles, barbecues and swing sets. Unaccepted items

for disposal are industrial, business or household hazardous waste such as pesticides, motor oils, pool chemicals, building materials and household trash. Over the past year, cleanup teams of volunteers from the community and Riverside County staff have removed trash, graffiti and weeds from 3rd District areas, including Marine Drive in Hemet, under the State Street Bridge in San Jacinto, Homeland and Anza. To volunteer, contact the 3rd District office at (951) 955-1030 or Riverside County Department of Waste Resources at (951) 4863200.

WILDOMAR – The county of Riverside Economic Development Agency has initiated the 2018-2019 Community Development Block Grant application cycle for the program year starting July 1, 2018, and issued its notice of funding availability for cooperating cities. Eligible nonprofit organizations are invited to submit grant applications which can be found on the city’s website at www.cityofwildomar. org. The city of Wildomar is a subrecipient of a portion of Riverside County’s share of CDBG funds, and the county’s application and procedures are also used in processing and considering applications.

For the 2018-2019 cycle, three hard-copy paper applications, 2 original and 1 copy, are due no later than 5 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 21, to the following location: City of Wildomar, Attention: Matthew Bassi, 23873 Clinton Keith Road., Suite. 201, Wildomar, CA 92595. A public workshop was held Thursday, Sept. 7, so interested groups could review the process of submitting an application to be considered for funds. The meeting was held in the City Hall council chambers, 23873 Clinton Keith Road, Suite 106, in Wildomar. To be eligible, a program must satisfy one of the following national objectives. Provide a benefit

to low and moderate income persons, prevent or eliminate slums and blight or meet other urgent community development needs due to natural disasters or other emergencies. The city will be looking at projects with a specific benefit to the city. The city will review submitted applications, and a public hearing will be held at the city council meeting Wednesday, Oct. 11, in the council chambers. For more information or to access the notice of funding, visit www.cityofwildomar.org or contact Matthew Bassi at mbassi@cityofwildomar.org.

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Murrieta police and fire department officers take their annual ‘9/11 Tribute Run’

A group of Murrieta Police and firefighters led by Police Capt. Dennis Vrooman and probationary firefighter/paramedic Randy Lopez make their way down Washington Avenue in Historic Downtown Murrieta for the annual “9/11 Tribute Run,” Monday, Sept. 11.

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An early morning rain did not stop Murrieta firefighters and police officers from donning their PT gear and heading off on a five-mile run in remembrance of the events of Sept. 11, 2001. A slight rain delay prevented the group of about 30 officers, some in their fire-fighting helmets, from leaving Murrieta’s Town Square Park at the planned 7 a.m. start, but after skies began to clear the group took off at a moderate pace down Jefferson Avenue to complete the

annual “9/11 Tribute Run.” The group carried an American flag and commemorative guidon to recognize the sacrifices of public safety and military personnel who perished during the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center and Pentagon. According to Murrieta Police Cpl. Detective Mike Jacob, the run began 10 years ago when retired Murrieta firefighter Danny Underwood ran 10 miles by himself carrying the flag. Over the years, the event evolved into the 5-mile run the group completed Monday, Sept. 11.

Murrieta Police Chief Sean Hadden carries the American flag for the last leg of the city’s Kim Harris photos annual “9/11 Tribute Run,” in Historic Downtown Murrieta, Sept. 11.

Rain fell on and off throughout the run, but it didn’t discouraged those who decided to participate in the run. “The way I figure it, running in the rain was a small sacrifice to pay tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice during the events that occurred Sept. 11, 2001,” Chris McGovern, a probationary firefighter/paramedic with the Murrieta

Fire Department, said. The group, escorted by a fire truck and two police vehicles, made their way down Jefferson Avenue to Juniper Avenue, then down to Washington Avenue, before turning onto Calle Del Oso Oro. They then turned around and ran back in the same direction to finish the five-mile run. A rainbow broke through the

clouds as a torrential downpour unloaded on the runners. While science says a rainbow is simply the refraction and dispersion of the sun’s light by rain or other water droplets in the atmosphere, perhaps it meant something else, something bigger at that moment. Perhaps it signified hope that the pain the country felt that fateful day would never be repeated.

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Old Stetson Avenue Bridge inspected before reconstruction Tony Ault TAULT@REEDERMEDIA.COM

Structural engineers hired by Hemet and Caltrans have completed their initial inspection of the deteriorating Stetson Avenue Bridge east of the Hemet Airport and have determined limited traffic may use the structure until reconstruction is expected to begin spring 2018. The aging two-lane, 45-foot-long bridge, built in 1940 and reconstructed first in 1981, is held up now by cracking cement and splintering wood pilings, yet it still holds for lighter motor traffic. Road signs east and west of the bridge, however, advise vehicles weighing over three tons for two-axle trucks and five tons for semitractor-trailer trucks to use other routes. Before the inspection took place, a few of the larger vehicles and buses still were seen driving over the bridge without incident, but since the inspection, Nino Abad, interim

Great Oak Steakhouse Chef Martin Venegas prepares tenderloin medallions during the So-Cal Chef Open at Pechanga Resort & Casino benefiting the Oak Grove Center, Sept. 11. Shane Gibson photo

CHEFS from page A-1 thing for the community, for this wonderful cause,” Venegas said after winning the People’s Choice Award. “Winning this People’s Choice Award means that I was able to serve and please a lot of people and adds to the satisfaction of participating in this event.” The Pinnacle Award – as judged by an independent panel of celebrity judges – was also awarded to Venegas, who is the first chef to achieve

city engineer, said the Hemet Police Department and Highway Patrol will be strictly enforcing the weight limitations. The heavier vehicle weights could seriously damage the bridge or cause catastrophic failure resulting in death or injury for motorists. Changing the driving habits of the truck drivers who are still using the bridge is “going to be a combination of education and enforcement,” Abad said. He said they had called the Hemet Unified School District and the Riverside Transit Agency about the weight restrictions. “They are all right with it, but if we had any concerns about it, we would just close it,” he said. Heavier vehicles can now take Mustang Way on the east and Sanderson Avenue on the west or the Domenigoni Expressway or State Route 79/Florida Avenue. During construction, the bridge will be reinforced with heavy wooden pilings and still be restricted to heavy traffic. The actual reconstruction of the the honor. “It is humbling to be selected by this panel of excellent chefs and judges,” Venegas said. “The product speaks for itself and I appreciate the judges and the people for recognizing the quality of the product.” The annual dual event – 15th Annual Golf Classic and 10th Annual SoCal Chef Open – benefits Oak Grove Center, a nonprofit educational, residential and rehabilitation center for at-risk youth. According to Executive Director Tammy Wilson, “the proceeds will be used to fund culinary, vocational, sports and recreational programs at OGC’s campuses in Murrieta, Perris and Bermuda Dunes.” Following the golf event, the doors opened at 5 p.m. for golfers and the public at large. The foodie event, sponsored by Temecula Valley Winery Management and Leoness Cellars, has grown over the years topping seven hundred attendees. Second Place went to Chef Anthony Bartolotta of Fazeli Cellars. Chef Anthony Castillo of 1909 took Third Place. Culinary Sponsor, Baron’s Market, provided over 400 pounds of produce for the competition from lists provided to them by the chefs. For more photos and full story, visit www.myvalleynews.com.

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The total cost will be approximately $1.3 million, Abad estimated. He said the only thing that might delay the construction will be a waterline that runs next to the bridge that they are working on now. He said they are going to submit their request for authorization some-

time between “now and November.” The funding process will begin after that submission, and bids will be requested. He said it will take 60 to 90 days to rebuild the bridge, but it will remain partially open for traffic needing to cross it.

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Local ZONES from page A-1 Corridor has been divided into five zoning districts. There will be different zones within each corridor that is compatible to the homes, parks, schools and other businesses within the district. The council learned there are approximately 567 parcels of land to be zoned in the EDC, and all must also be compatible with the city’s General Plan. The council expects to spend a lot of time discussing the suggested zones

during the upcoming workshop or workshops. The five zoning districts are generally located on the major traffic corridors located north-tosouth in the central portions of the city, according to the information provided on the city’s website, see the Sept. 6, 2017, city council agenda attachments under item 12.1. The districts are planned to feature the local area’s unique characteristics and histories which will provide basic themes for future developments.

The Northern Gateway serves to buffer and transition between the commercial land uses in Perris to north and the residential uses located in Menifee south of McLaughlin Road. The northern gateway will feature businesses and professions that will provide services from office style settings. It is envisioned as a business park area providing light industrial uses not precluding retail or other commercial activities. Retail-oriented ventures shall be concentrated at the intersection of

Ethanac and Barnett roads. McCall Boulevard will create, preserve and enhance businesses that provide a variety of shopping goods and services. It will have a mix of office, medical and residential uses like assisted living, senior apartments and townhomes compatible with the Regional Medical Center on East McCall Boulevard. It will also provide a grouping of retail and service uses with restaurants and other food services. Community Core is planned

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to serve as the city’s “heart of downtown” featuring an elaborate activity center and gathering places, including civic, professional office services and entertainment venues, as well as commercial retail uses, shopping venues and higher density housing options. There will be “green” amenities that encourage walking and reduced vehicular usage. The district will feature shopping center type venues, as well as community and regional commercial activities. Newport Road provides neighborhood-oriented commercial, office and institutional uses that support residential communities and development near the Newport Road and Bradley Road corridors. The Bradley Road corridor features and will feature limited business park and office style services, as well as residential uses. It will facilitate convenience shopping and ready access to personal services. The business and government office services in the district will serve the local neighborhoods and the community at large. The commercial locations will be compatible with the surrounding neighborhood districts. Southern Gateway will serve as a buffer and transition between the land uses to the south and east of the district and the residential uses located within and outside Menifee to the south, west and east of the district. The district east of the Interstate 215 and north of Scott Road to Craig Avenue is envisioned to be a mix of commercial uses near the Scott Road and I-215 interchange transitioning to office and minimal residential extending north toward Craig Avenue. The west side will feature a business park style development consisting of light industrial and office uses, with commercial use. Small independent commercial and service venues may be rurally oriented in the area where found appropriated on a case-by-case review by the director that will both allow development while preserving the rural character of the Southern Gateway area. It should allow themes that will include a mix of industrial and commercial business park uses which would complement the medical uses to the south in Murrieta. The city is encouraging the development of an auto mall in a portion of the Southern Gateway district between the I-215 freeway and Haun Road, north of Scott Road. There will be some “design flexibility” in any proposed mall. Design flexibility is written in the corridor plans in order to achieve high-quality development within the major corridors and other areas of the community. The report noted, “Flexibility in both development standards and allowed land uses shall be allowed. The director may allow minor deviations to the development standards.” The EDC discussion will sort through the many project complexities and other nuances in the development of the Specific Plan for the proposed land uses. In other actions, the Menifee City Council approved the updated Transportation Uniform Mitigation Fee as amended by the Western Riverside County Council of Governments setting down a new transportation fee schedule for residential to commercial developments across the council area. It also updated the city’s regulations for metal storage containers on residential properties that comply with the Riverside County ordinances on the containers. All five members of the council were present at the Wednesday meeting. For more local news, visit www.myvalleynews.com.

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HS Football: Week Two action has local teams fired up JP Raineri SPORTS@REEDERMEDIA.COM

The ball flew well in the Southwestern League for most teams and even some opponents during Week Two action Friday, Sept. 8. A number of strong armed QB’s from around the valley showcased their talents in their match-ups last week, though the outcome was different all-around. Despite impressive numbers put up by Murrieta Valley’s Hank Bachmeier this week and last, San Bernardino Cajon quarterback Jayden Daniels put up 520 yards and six touchdowns against the Nighthawks, which still wasn’t enough to get past them. Bachmeier, with a run into the end zone and four passing touchdowns, helped lead the Nighthawks to a 49-46 victory over Cajon last Friday night at San Bernardino Valley College Stadium. The sophomore QB threw for 246 yards on 19-of-25 passing attempts which included eight completions for 98 yards and two scores to Marquis Spiker. Vista Murrieta was on the opposite side of the win as they continue to struggle through their tough preseason. The Broncos felt the same air pressure when Orange Lutheran QB Ryan Hilinski showed off his arm throwing for 505 yards as Vista Murrieta lost their third straight game in Week Two. Chaparral had a good air attack as well behind the freshman arm of Trilian Harris. Harris threw for 213 yards, completing 5 of his 7 passes in the Pumas 56-0 win over Orange Vista. Murrieta Mesa, who is currently ranked in the No. 4 spot in the CIF Southern Section Division 4 polls, won their third consecutive game beating Palm Springs 34-4 last week. The Rams pounded the ground with senior Kai Thompson, who rushed for 219 yards on 18 carries and scored 4 touchdowns. Quarterback Jeff Miller completed 14 of his 17 passes for 191 yards and 2 scores and Gio Sanders led the Rams with 7 catches for 115 yards and a TD. The breakdown of the Southwestern League games, plus Mountain Pass League scores and stats are as follows: Southwestern League (All games played at 7 p.m. unless otherwise noted) Chaparral (2-1) – 56 Orange Vista (1-2) – 0 Passing: Harris (C) - 5 for 7, 213 yards, 3 TDs Touchdowns: McMahon (C) - rushing (4 carries, 33 yds); Manqueros (C) - rushing (3 carries, 21 yds); Vasquez (C) - rushing (4 carries, 31 yds); Blue (C) - receiving (27 yds); Robinson (C) - receiving (9 yds); Dixon (C) - receiving (50 yds); Ornelas (C) - receiving (103 yds). The Chaparral Pumas have a home nonconference game versus Redlands (1-1) this week. The Terriers lost to Murrieta Valley in Week Two 49-13. Great Oak (1-1) The Wolfpack had a Bye in Week Two and will return this week to action as they take to the road to face Phelan’s Serrano High School. The Diamondbacks, who are 0-3 so far this year, fell to Antelope Valley 36-14 last week. Murrieta Mesa (3-0) – 34 Palm Springs (1-2) – 7 Passing: Miller (MM) - 14 for 17, 191 yds, 2 TDs Touchdowns: K. Thompson (MM) - 4 (3 rushing; 18 carries, 219 yds/1 receiving; 2 catches, 15 yds); G. Sanders (MM) - receiving (7 catches, 115 yds). Tackles: D. Rodriguez (MM) - 12; J. Queen (MM) - 11; M. Zierold (MM) - 9; G. Sanders (MM) - 9, QB sack. Interceptions: D. Williams (MM).

Vista Murrieta’s defense led by Elisha Guidry (30) team up to bring down Orange Lutheran’s Logan Loya as the Lancers defeat the Broncos 40-20. David Canales photo

The Murrieta Mesa Rams sit at 3-0 so far in the preseason with their Alicia Salcedo photo 34-7 win over Palm Springs last week. [Above] Vista Murrieta’s Khalil Shakir (2) races 85 yards for a Broncos touchdown, Shakir gained 170 yard on 10 carries and totaled 272 all purpose yards on the night. David Canales photo

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[Left] The Chaparral Pumas celebrate their Week Two victory over Orange Vista. Codi Bressler photo

The Rams will be back on the road again this week as they take on the San Jacinto Tigers (3-0). San Jacinto sits atop the Mountain Pass League standings after their 22-6 win over Carter High School last week.

The Golden Bears had a Bye in Week Two and will return this week to action at home as they face Corona’s Santiago High School. The Sharks, who are 2-1 so far this year, defeated Eastlake 43-41 last week.

Hemet (2-1) – 22 Passing: M. Lundgren (H) - 11 for 23, 146 yds, TD. Touchdowns: C. Mallett (H) - 2 receiving (5 catches, 136 yds); A. Gonzalez (H) - receiving (2 catches, 101 yds).

(0-3) fell last week to Whittier’s California High School, 42-3.

Murrieta Valley (2-1) – 49 Cajon (1-1) – 46 Passing: Bachmeier (MV) – 19 for 25, 252 yds; 4 TDs. Touchdowns: H. Bachmeier (MV) - rushing (10 carries, 74 yds); J. Murry (MV) – 2 rushing (34 carries, 188 yds); T. Brown (MV) - receiving (2 catches, 18 yds); M. Spiker (MV) - 2 receiving (8 catches, 98 yds); L. Dillon (MV) - receiving (5 catches, 88 yds). Tackles: M. Malaki (MV) - 11; T. Whitehead (MV) - 8; N. Baca (MV) - 8. Sacks: T. Whitehead (MV), J. Burton (MV) - 2; B. Ramos (MV).

Orange Lutheran (3-0) – 40 Vista Murrieta (0-3) – 20 VMHS: No MaxPreps or Hudl stats entered

The Hemet Bulldogs will be home this week to face the Shadow Hills Knights (2-1) from Indio. Last week the Knights defeated Tahquitz 20-0.

The Mustangs of West Valley will look to turn things around this week with their home game against Pacific High School. The Pirates are 3-0 thus far and are coming off a 42-6 win over Indian Springs.

The Nighthawks will travel again this week as they head to San Clement where they will face an undefeated Tritons team who defeated Fullerton last week 45-7. Temecula Valley (0-2)

The Vista Murrieta Broncos, who have a very tough preseason schedule, are off to their worst start ever and are still seeking their first win this year. The Broncos will be home to face JSerra Catholic School (3-0) this week to face a Lions team took out Bishop Amat last week 59-35. Mountain Pass League El Camino (2-1) – 9 Citrus Hill (3-0) – 28 The Citrus Hill Hawks, who sit atop the MPL standings with San Jacinto, will be home this week to face the Rancho Verde Mustangs (2-1). The Mustangs defeated Burroughs last week 33-19. Valley View (2-1) – 49

San Jacinto (3-0) – 22 Carter (0-3) – 6 SJHS: No MaxPreps or Hudl stats entered The San Jacinto Tigers will be home to face Murrieta Mesa of the Southwestern League this week. Both teams enter the contest undefeated. Tahquitz (1-2) – 0 Shadow Hills (2-1) – 20 Passing: R. Young (T) - 14 for 17, 94 yds, Rushing: V. Lewis (T) - 15 carries, 106 yds. The Tahquitz Titans will take to the road this week as they travel to face Cathedral City. The Lions

West Valley (0-3) – 0 Grand Terrace (2-1) – 53 WVHS: No MaxPreps or Hudl stats entered

*South Valley League scores as well as Arrowhead, Sunbelt and 8-man leagues can be found in the scoreboard section of the paper or by going to www.myvalleynews.com/sports. **All stats, schedules and scores are supplied by local high school athletic directors, MaxPreps, CIF-SS and contributing writers/photographers; David Canales, Andrez Imaging, Ed Faith, Rob Davis Photography , Cody Bressler, Paul Bandong, Alicia Salcedo, Annette Saenz, Time Stood Still Photography and countless fans of the games via social media.

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Southwestern League Volleyball teams take top finishes in local tournaments JP Raineri SPORTS@REEDERMEDIA.COM

It’s no secret that volleyball in Southwest Riverside County is truly one of the most competitive sports around, all year long. With the accessibility of many local state-of-the-art training centers, players can be found fine tuning their skills almost any day or night of the week. From elementary to middle school and then to the high school courts, the athletes that play volleyball in this area are pretty gung-ho when it comes to their sport. Recently quite a few teams from the Southwestern League all found similar success as they hit some local tournaments to showcase their skills. Vista Murrieta went to one of the more prestigious preseason events in Anaheim late last month, but didn’t have the easiest road at the Queens Court Tournament. Last year it was Temecula Valley that won the title in the Varsity Division, but it was the Lady Broncos that finished strong this year to win the w w w . m y v a l l e y n e w s . c o m

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Elite Division, over a Southwestern league rival none-the-less, which was the first time for any Inland team to win that division. Vista Murrieta opened the tournament with a tough three-set loss to Manhattan Beach Mira Costa, but bounced back with straight-set victories over Huntington Beach Edison and Santiago to remain among the top eight teams in that top division. Their next three matches would be rocky but Vista Murrieta held strong to knock off two of their three opponents in pool play. “We made some mistakes early in the tournament, but once we cleaned it up we were on a roll,” said Ed Taitano, the Broncos’ firstyear head coach. In the semifinals it would be Mira Costa that rolled to a 25-13 win in the first set of the rematch, but Vista Murrieta took the next two sets, 25-19 and 15-12, to advance to the final. It was no shock to see that their neighbors to the south, the Great Oak Lady Wolfpack, knocked off Marymount in three sets, which set up an all-Southwestern League championship match. The league rivals battled back and forth, but it would be Vista Murrieta who emerged with a 25-20, 18-25, 15-12 win. Vista Murrieta opens up league games against Murrieta Valley Thursday, Sept. 21. “This was a great way to start off the season,” exclaimed Taitano. Over this past weekend the Murrieta Mesa Lady Rams also found success when they went North on the 15 freeway to San Bernardino and competed in the Desert Classic. Murrieta Mesa (6-1) took wins over Pacific, Oak Hills and North View High Schools at San Bernadino Valley College and went on to face Notre Dame in the finals. Juniors Kali Uhl and Hanna Watje controlled the front lines all tournament with help from freshman Abigail Macias and Delaney Kiendra, sophomore Luciana Villafana and junior Zayla Paschall. The backcourt defense was locked down by juniors Kiara Schmidt and Sophia Maulupe as well as well as senior Skylar Raineri, who also led the tournament in service points. Schmidt led the team in digs and with the precise sets from senior assist leader Savanah Esteban and freshman Kalia Thunstrom, there wasn’t much Notre Dame could do to keep up. The Lady Rams jumped out to an 8-0 lead in the championship game and would finish off the Lady Titans 25-13 to claim the championship. “I’m proud of these girls and their excitement on and off the court,” says Murrieta Mesa’s head coach Pat Manning. “We expect to shock some opponents again this year.” Murrieta Mesa will open up league games against Temecula Valley Thursday, Sept. 21. Speaking of Temecula Valley, it was a long four days for the Temecula Valley Lady Golden bears as they defeated Long Beach Poly, 25-19, 17-25, 15-12, in the Dave Mohs Tournament Divi-

Murrieta Mesa won the Desert Classic Tournament held at San Bernardino Valley College Saturday, Sept. 9.

sion 1 final, played Monday, Sept. 11, at Edison High School. Temecula Valley (9-0) has an offense that won’t quit with Jordyn Amoy constantly finding her targets in teammates Madison Endsley, Peyton McBride and Carly Shreenan. Against Long Beach Poly the Golden Bears never trailed in the first set as Endsley and McBride led the attack with six kills apiece. Though down, but not out, Poly (8-2) was able to force the deciding game, behind the dynamite play of middle blocker, Onye Ofoegbu, who had seven kills and a number of key blocks in that second set. “Momentum is the name of the game and we were a bit flat in the second set,” Bears coach Rafu Rodriguez said. “The girls did a great job bouncing back.” Endsley, who was chosen the tournament’s Most Valuable Player, finished within 13 kills, 2 of which

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Dave Mohs Tournament MVP, Madison Endsley (20) goes up for a kill. Donna Amoy photo

[Above] The Vista Murrieta Lady Broncos volleyball team took home the ‘Queens of the Court’ championship in Anaheim earlier Courtesy photo this month.

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came at the start of the third set to give Temecula Valley a 4-1 lead. The two teams would go back and forth and it was Carly Shreenan that delivered on a huge block on the outside to stop a rally that put the Lady Golden Bears up 14-11. Long Beach Poly fought off two match points, but Temecula Valley won the crown when a Jackrabbits’ player hit a shot into the net to end the match. Finally, the Chaparral Lady Pumas could not be quieted in the Dan Quam tournament Saturday, Sept. 9, at Hemet High School as

they went on to successfully handle the competition without dropping a single set. The Pumas defeated Linfield Christian in the semifinals and went on to defeat the Xavier Prep Lady Saints to claim the title. Chaparral was led by senior Kaili Downs (14 kills, 15 digs), who was named Most Valuable Player and senior setter Hailey Carter who had 16 assists. Seniors Kenzie Guimont and Hailey Carter made the AllTournament team. Chaparral opens up league play against Vista Murrieta Thursday, Sept. 28.

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HS Volleyball: Lady Eagles win Season Tournament JP Raineri SPORTS@REEDERMEDIA.COM

The Rancho Christian Lady Eagles volleyball team won the Season Volleyball Tournament held at Cal Lutheran High School Saturday, Sept. 2, after defeating Santa Rosa Academy in two straight sets, 25-18 and 25-23. Stat leaders for the South Valley League squad include Emma Baker (OH, 7 kills, 2 aces, 6 digs), sophomore Emily Vaniman (MB, 7 kills, 2 aces, 3 digs), freshman Amirah Ali (OH, 6 kills), freshman Brooklyn Thomas (OH/DS, 8 digs) and sophomore Olivia Trevithick (setter, 25 assists, 4 aces). Vaniman was also named to the All-Tournament team.

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Rancho Christian defeated Santa Rosa to win the 2017 Season Volleyball Tournament Saturday, Sept. 2. Courtesy photo

San Jacinto can’t hold lead, fall in close one to Citrus College MSJC ATHLETICS

The MSJC women’s soccer team led 1-0 at halftime, but couldn’t hold on to the lead as they fell in a nonconference match at home 2-1 to Citrus College. [Left] MSJC’s Morgan Schaaf (17) and her teammates lost a tightly contested match to visiting Citrus College Friday, Sept. 8. (DeeAnn Bradley/MSJC). Courtesy photo

The Lady Eagles jumped out to an early lead in a match played on the Menifee Campus as Ariana Serrato scored a goal just 11 minutes into the first half. Heather Furuya was credited with the assist. MSJC would hold on to the lead for the rest of the first half with some solid team defense. The Owls were able to tie the score at 1-1 in the 50th minute and then punched in the winning goal in the 60th minute as the Lady Eagles couldn’t get a tying

goal in the second half. Elizabeth Barackman finished the day in goal with 3 saves for MSJC. Serrato’s goal was the Lady Eagles first in their two matches so far this season. MSJC lost by one goal for the second straight match and fell to 0-2 on the year. The Lady Eagles will be right back in action this week when they host El Camino at the Menifee Campus.

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Temecula Valley seniors, Jasmine West and Peyton McBride (AllTournament team), show off their wining plaques from the Dave Mohs Tournament Monday, Sept. 11. Courtesy photo

The Chaparral Lady Pumas volleyball team, shown here during a beach photo shoot, won the Dan Quam tournament Saturday, Sept. 9, Courtesy photo at Hemet High School.

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Researchers test the use of Zika virus to fight brain cancer SAN DIEGO – The Zika virus, the subject of a global health scare over the past couple of years, might actually help fight an aggressive form of brain cancer, researchers at the University of California San Diego’s School of Medicine announced last week. In an article in The Journal of Experimental Medicine, the UCSD scientists and colleagues at Washington University of St. Louis said Zika might improve survival rates for patients diagnosed with glioblastomas, the most common form of brain cancer, with a median survival rate of just over 14 months after diagnosis. “The Zika virus specifically targets neuroprogenitor cells in fetal and adult brains,” Dr. Jeremy Rich, a UCSD School of Medicine professor, said. “Our research shows it also selectively targets and kills cancer stem cells, which tend to be resistant to standard treatments and a big reason why glioblastomas recur after surgery and result

in shorter patient survival rates.” Standard treatment involves surgery, followed by chemotherapy and radiation. Yet most tumors recur within six months, fueled by a small population of glioblastoma stem cells that resist and survive treatment, continuing to divide and produce new tumor cells to replace those killed by cancer drugs, the scientists said. Dr. Zhe Zhu, a postdoctoral scholar in Rich’s lab and first author of the study, noted the connection between the hyper-reproductive capabilities of glioblastoma stem cells and neuroprogenitor cells, which fuel the explosive growth of developing brains. Zika virus specifically targets and kills neuroprogenitor cells – leading the scientists to study the virus’ impact on the cancer stem cells. They infected cultured tumors with one of two strains of the virus. Both strains spread through the tumors, infecting and killing stem cells while largely avoiding other

tumor cells. The authors said the findings suggest that chemotherapy-radiation treatment and a Zika infection appear to produce complementary results. Standard treatment kills most tumor cells but typically leaves stem cells intact, while Zika virus attacks stem cells but bypasses ordinary tumor cells. “We see Zika one day being used in combination with current therapies to eradicate the whole tumor,” Dr. Milan Chheda, an assistant professor of medicine and of neurology at Washington University School of Medicine, said. A spate of children born in Brazil with microcephaly, a condition in which babies with mothers sickened by the Zika virus have smaller, misshapen heads and a shorter life expectancy, began drawing international headlines early last year. In San Diego County, 95 cases of Zika virus have been confirmed since the beginning of 2015, in-

cluding two cases in which babies were born with microcephaly, according to the county Health and Human Services Agency. None of the cases have resulted from a local mosquito bite. The scientists have also tested Zika virus in mice, injecting the virus into glioblastoma tumors. Two weeks later, the tumors were significantly smaller, and the mice survived longer than those given a placebo. The scientists said they were aware that the idea of injecting a virus notorious for causing brain damage into patient’s brains seems alarming, but they said Zika virus may prove a safe therapy with further testing because neuroprogenitor cells are rare in adult brains. The opposite is true of fetal brains, which is part of the reason why a Zika virus infection before birth produces widespread and severe damage while a Zika virus infection in adults typically causes mild symptoms or none at all.

The researchers also conducted studies of the virus using brain tissue from epilepsy patients that showed the virus does not infect noncancerous brain cells. They also introduced mutations to the virus in an effort to make it a safer treatment option. Glioblastoma is the type of brain cancer afflicting Sen. John McCain, R- Arizona, who announced his diagnosis in July. More than 12,000 Americans will be stricken with the condition this year. Researchers with the Cleveland Clinic and University of Texas assisted with the study, which was funded by the National Institutes of Health, the Pardee Foundation of Midland, Michigan, the Concern Foundation of Los Angeles, the Cancer Research Foundation of Henderson, Nevada, and the McDonnell Center for Cellular and Molecular Neurobiology at Washington University.

Highgate Senior Living to offer unique dementia care training program

Highgate Senior Living is now offering a dementia care training program. Courtesy photo

TEMECULA – As an industry leader in memory care programs, Highgate Senior Living is offering a unique memory care program in Temecula to those living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. For those taking care of a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, they know that some days are easier than others. With a long-term memory loss diagnosis like Alzheimer’s disease or mild cognitive impairment, sometimes it may take every last bit of energy a person has to be their loved one’s caregiver. It might be convincing their mom to eat dinner or dealing with dad when he thinks it’s time to head to work when it’s really 3 a.m. Being a live-in caregiver might not be a realistic, long-term plan. It may feel impossible to find a community that will care for a parent with as much affection and attention to detail as their adult children can. At Highgate, they

have invested resources into their memory care program to do just that. Two elements of their program allow them to create a unique, purposeful environment for their memory care residents. First, the program helps residents live life in their moment, not ours. Working with individuals who see reality differently takes particular skill. That’s why all of Highgate’s care partners are trained in a positive approach to care. Developed by Teepa Snow, the Positive Approach to Care method teaches care team how to step into the shoes of a resident with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. It helps them to live in the moment with residents and to provide support regardless of what year, day or time period may be the resident’s reality at that moment. When care partners use PAC, Fred becomes much more than the 85-year-old resident who gets panicky in the afternoons. Instead of asking “How do we calm him

down now?” care partners can take a respectful, problem-solving approach and ask, “Why is he panicky? What do we know about his story that will help us figure out what he’s trying to tell us?” By getting to know his story, care partners might realize that he’s upset because, in his mind, he’s late submitting a report at work or he’s supposed to be at his grandma’s house after school. Knowing what Fred is trying to accomplish allows the care team to support him in his reality, rather than try and convince him of ours. The care team partners are trained to explore why a resident’s memory has taken them back to that time and place. They might ask what he enjoys doing when spending time with his grandmother. His answer might lead into a conversation about her strawberry patch, which could lead to asking him to help check on the residents’ garden at the community. Fred feels heard, validated and gets to enjoy an activity that reminds him of the quality time he used to spend with his grandmother. Second, the program helps focus on purposeful living, not limitations. While some communities assign numbers to the various stages of Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, Highgate uses Snow’s Gems model to identify what purposeful living means for each resident. Using a gem for identification says to residents that “they’re still precious and valuable and can still shine,”

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others. The community’s goal is to ensure residents live each day to the fullest by providing opportunities for residents to stay as physically, mentally and socially active as possible by offering a quality recreation program that offers activities such as exercise classes, music therapy and relaxing massages.

September is Suicide Awareness Month TEMECULA – Warning signs that someone may be thinking about or planning to commit suicide include always talking or thinking about death; clinical depression symptoms like deep sadness, loss of interest, trouble sleeping and eating; having a “death wish” or tempting fate by taking risks that could lead to death, such as driving fast or running red lights; losing interest in things one used to care about; making comments about being hopeless, helpless or worthless; putting affairs in order, tying up loose ends or changing a will; saying things like “it would be better if I wasn’t here” or “I want out;” an unexpected switch from being very sad to being very calm or appearing to be happy; talking about suicide or killing one’s self or visiting or calling people to say goodbye. What should people do if they know someone who shows warning signs of suicide? If someone appears to be depressed and is contemplating suicide, take that person seriously. Take the initiative to ask that person

what they are planning, but don’t attempt to argue them out of committing suicide. Instead, spend time listening to them, taking care of them and helping them feel understood. Avoid statements like “You have so much to live for.” People who experience a major depressive episode are often suicidal. It is a key symptom of the disease. Some studies show that the neurotransmitter serotonin plays a central role in the neurobiology of suicide. Researchers have found lower levels of serotonin in the brainstem and cerebrospinal fluid of suicidal individuals. In addition, suicidal behavior sometimes runs in families. Remember, any talk of suicide is always an emergency. Have the person talk with a health care professional immediately. Depression carries a high risk of suicide. Anybody who expresses suicidal thoughts or intentions should be taken very seriously. Call (800) 784-2433 or (800) 2738255 or the deaf hotline at (800) 799-4889.

School counselors are a valuable resource for parents and students The American Counseling Association SPECIAL TO VALLEY NEWS

School counselors are certainly incredibly busy people, but a parents’ job is to make sure that they are even busier this school year. Not by creating busy work, rather parents and students should take advantage of all that school counselors have to offer. School counselors can offer a wide range of assistance to both students and parents. Unfortunately, most parents know little about how much their child’s school counselor can offer. So this year, parents should make an effort to get to know their child’s counselor early in the year and make the most of this valuable educational resource. All school counselors have a great deal of training and are certified or licensed by the state. In most states, school counselors are required to hold at least a master’s degree. These are professionals who are trained to understand young people and to help them reach their educational goals. Through standardized testing and monitoring of classroom performance, counselors can advise teachers, students and parents about classes offering the appropriate challenges and the best educational outcomes. The guidance portion of a school counselor’s work progresses with older students, advising them on which classes can best fulfill their educational and career goals, as well as explaining options for colleges,

technical training or other directions after high school. As trained professional counselors, school counselors can also assist students facing potential problem areas. From drug issues to bullying situations to improving study skills, school counselors are there to help students and families better handle the challenges that students face every day. They don’t have magic wands, but they can offer proven techniques and approaches to assist in coping with problem areas. Don’t wait for a crisis to talk with the school counselor. An introductory meeting early in the year provides parents a chance to meet the counselor, to discuss their child and to learn what assistance might be available. It is even more important for parents to contact the school counselor quickly when problems first appear. Slipping grades or abrupt changes in a child’s attitude, behavior or friends can all be signs that help is needed. That’s when a professional counselor can make a real difference. School counselors are professionals who have a great deal to offer students. When parents don’t take advantage of their training, skills and experience, they’re only shortchanging their children and their children’s educational experience. Counseling Corner is provided by the American Counseling Association. Send comments and questions to ACAcorner@counseling.org or visit the ACA website at www. counseling.org.

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Loma Linda University Cancer Center now offers low-dose CT scan for lung cancer LOMA LINDA – Loma Linda University Cancer Center is now offering lung cancer screening through a low-dose chest CT scan. Although it is the leading cause of cancer deaths in the U.S. and the second most common form of cancer in both men and women, lung cancer typically goes undetected until symptoms present, which is usually in the latter stages of the disease, according to Dr. Brian S. Furukawa,

assistant professor of pulmonary and critical care at Loma Linda University School of Medicine. “Not only can we now detect lung cancer at an early stage when it is curable, but with our multidisciplinary approach our team can help patients modify his or her risk factors,” Furukawa said. “The most important thing you can do to decrease your risk of getting lung cancer is to quit smoking.”

A CT scan, or computed tomography scan, is an imaging procedure that uses special X-ray equipment to create detailed pictures or scans of areas inside the body. CT images of internal organs, bones, soft tissue and blood vessels typically provide greater detail than traditional X-rays. A recent study comparing yearly screening with a low-dose chest CT versus chest X-ray showed a 20 percent reduction in mortality in

patients at high risk for lung cancer. Although getting a CT scan is relatively quick and easy, screening is an individual choice. The Lung Cancer Screening clinic educates patients on the risks and benefits of screening to help them make a decision on which is best for them. The clinic also works with patients to help them quit smoking. In addition, if a scan reveals a concerning finding, a multidisciplinary team of

specialists is ready to discuss the next best steps to take for further work up and a treatment plan if cancer is detected. “There is a dedicated team to provide care at every level to our patients,” Furukawa said. To learn more about low-dose CT for lung cancer, or to check for eligibility, visit www.lomalindalung. org or call (800) 782-2623.

New vaccination recommendations issued for hepatitis A outbreak general public is higher than normal,” Dr. Wilma Wooten, county public health officer, said. “A person who becomes infected with hepatitis A may spread the disease to others before experiencing symptoms. In an occupation such as handling food, workers may expose more members of the public than workers in other occupations.” No common sources of food, beverage or drugs have been identified that have contributed to his outbreak, although the investigation continues. Food handlers can get the vaccination from their occupational health provider, health care provider, or a local pharmacy that carries the vaccine. A prescription is not needed to get the vaccination. The vaccine is also available to uninsured or underinsured indi-

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The ongoing hepatitis A outbreak in San Diego County has claimed 14 lives and hospitalized 246 people among the reported 352 cases. Approximately 70 percent of the cases have been among people who are homeless, use illicit drugs or a combination of those two factors. The county has been increasing efforts to vaccinate these target populations as well as those who come in contact with them. The county’s public health officer has now made recommendations that people who handle food get a vaccination for hepatitis A. “This is a proactive recommendation because the ongoing outbreak means that the risk to the

Make your own luck room. They will still have the door at the far end as their destination, but they won’t ignore the others. This strategy positions lucky people to take advantage of unexpected and unplanned opportunities along their journey. To increase your luck, maintain an awareness of what is around you. Don’t go through life with blinders that hide opportunities. Look for the upside. Regardless of the circumstances you encounter, you have to figure a way to make the best of them. Lucky people consistently look for what they can learn or extract from every situation. This technique enables them to recover faster and get back on track. They always maintain a mental determination to overcome whatever obstacles are encountered. They feel they are lucky because things could have been worse. Unlucky people wallow in selfpity and become consumed with the negative. They can’t see anything positive and feel and act like a victim. They won’t take responsibility for their situation, and therefore they don’t believe they have the power of self-determination. Whatever may happen, they get frustrated with how bad things are. To increase your luck, don’t lose sight of the fact that there is always a lesson to be learned and invariably a way out that will make you stronger. There is a solution to every problem. Think and act as if you are lucky. Develop an attitude that no matter what happens, you are lucky. As a lucky person, you have the ability to make the best of every situation. Act like a lucky person. Don’t talk about or dwell on problems. Concentrate and discuss solutions. You can become lucky. Luck is when attitude and preparation meet opportunity. Since each day is replete with new opportunities, there is more than enough luck for everyone. Golden is the author of “Dare to Live Without Limits.” Contact Golden at Bryan@columnist. com or visit www.DareToLiveWithoutLimits.com.

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What exactly is luck? Why do some people appear to be luckier than others? Is luck a question of chance or fate or are there things you can do to improve your luck? Actually, being lucky isn’t just a matter of luck at all. Luck is a combination of attitude, mental orientation, preparation and opportunity. Typically, lucky people have an approach of possibility whereas unlucky people have a mindset of impossibility. Those with consistent bad luck expect to have bad luck. They advertise their expectations with statements such as “I know this won’t work,” “Nothing ever goes right for me,” “Why can’t I ever catch a break” and “There’s a dark cloud that follows me.” People with good luck seek solutions rather than fixating on problems. They understand that every impediment has a resolution. They are flexible in their thinking and not locked into patterns of behavior. Their outlook allows them to find opportunity where others see only roadblocks, failure and despair. When a person believes they have only bad luck, they tend to attract more bad luck. This tendency creates a vicious self-fulfilling prophecy. No one is predestined for good or bad luck. If you want more good luck, there are steps you can take to bring it about. Keep your outlook flexible. Imagine the following scenario. You are standing at one end of a long hallway. Your destination is a door at the other end. As you walk down the hallway, you pass other doors which are slightly open. Unlucky people will direct all of their attention on the door at the end. They will walk past the other doors without investigating what is on the other side. Behind the other doors lie potential opportunities. When they are bypassed, there is no chance of benefiting. When they discover what they missed, unlucky people will lament how unlucky they were. Lucky people will look into each

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are all helping notify high-risk individuals about the outbreak. Ads encouraging people get the hepatitis A vaccine have been placed in Metro Transit buses, trolleys and stops. The local medical community, including hospital emergency departments and community health clinics, and the county jail and probation facilities have been helping administer vaccinations. Teams of public health nurses, often partnered with a community outreach worker or a member of law enforcement through the various Homeless Outreach Teams, are continuing to go into the community on “foot teams” to offer the vaccinations to homeless people. Hepatitis A is most commonly spread person-to-person through the fecal-oral route. Symptoms of hepatitis A include jaundice or yellowing of the skin and eyes, fever, fatigue, loss of appetite,

nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark urine and light-colored stools. Symptoms usually appear over a number of days and last less than two months. However, some people can be ill for as long as six months. Hepatitis A can sometimes cause liver failure and even death. Hepatitis A can also be prevented through good hygiene. Everyone should follow these tips to improve their hygiene. Wash their hands for 20 seconds, which is about the length of time to sing “Happy Birthday” twice, with soap and running water before eating and after using the restroom or changing a diaper. Do not directly touch the door handle when exiting a public restroom. Do not share food, drinks or smoking materials with other people.

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There are just under 2 million World War II veterans remaining in the U.S., and they are aging quickly. Many members of the “Greatest Generation” are dealing with the challenges of advancing age and need care and assistance with activities of daily living. Home care can be an ideal solution to help veterans receive exceptional care and maintain the quality of life they deserve. Home care services can assist veterans in a variety of ways, including professional companion care with conversation and company as well as household duties like cooking, cleaning and laundry. Nonmedical personal care can provide individual needs such as bathing and hygiene, continence and toileting care, mobility support and assistance with eating. Home care also can assist veterans of any age living with injuries sustained in the field and active-duty families

that need help when loved ones are deployed. Additionally, these services can be applied in various settings. Veterans can receive companion care or personal care in their own homes; care can be provided in independent and assisted living communities and skilled nursing facilities; respite care can be offered to family caregivers so that they may take time off from the responsibility of caring for their loved one. Did you know that wartime service veterans and their surviving spouses are eligible for Veteran’s Affairs pensions? One little-known benefit is the Veterans Aid and Attendance Pension, which helps reduce the cost of care for veterans and surviving spouses. The pension is available to eligible veterans and spouses who require home care, including assistance with eating, bathing and medication reminders, even if the assistance is not a direct result of a service-related injury. This benefit

also can be used for assisted living communities and private-pay nursing homes. For caregivers of a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces, they can make sure that their loved ones are receiving the benefits they deserve. The owners and operators of FirstLight Home Care of Temecula are a military service family and understand the challenges and importance of veterans’ care. John Hamby served in the United States Marine Corps for more than 26 years and is a veteran of the Gulf War, Iraqi Freedom and the war on terrorism in Afghanistan. FirstLight provides nonmedical home care under the Aid and Attendance program, as well as companion and personal care services to anyone 18 years of age and older. This article is provided by Christine and John Hamby, owners of FirstLight Home Care of Temecula. For more information, visit www. Temecula.FirstLightHomeCare. com or call (951) 395-0821.

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Education

Harvest Hill STEAM Academy PTA wins big, principal gets mohawk

Great Clips hairstylist Gwendolyn Blakey, gives Harvest Hill STEAM Academy principal Brian Martes a mohawk haircut in front of the school’s students during an assembly to celebrate the exceeded target number of PTA membership, Sept. 8.

Harvest Hill STEAM Academy principal Brian Martes, smiles after receiving a mohawk haircut during an assembly for students and PTA members to celebrate the exceeded target number of PTA membership, Sept. 8.

Harvest Hill STEAM Academy secondgrade student Isabella Martes (left) nervously clings to her dad, Principal Brian Martes as he receives a mohawk haircut.

Harvest Hill STEAM Academy principal Brian Martes and the school’s PTA members celebrate their reached goal of PTA membership.

Harvest Hill STEAM Academy principal Brian Martes, wears a new mohawk haircut after an agreement to perform the hair stunt if PTA members reached their target membership number of 300.

PTA members of the new Harvest Hill STEAM Academy school in Winchester wear mohawk wigs to a ceremony at the school where principal Brian Martes got a real mohawk haircut as an agreement to PTA members if they exceeded their target membership number. Shane Gibson photos

Murrieta Valley Unified School District appoints Linda Lunn to governing board MURRIETA – Murrieta Valley Unified School District’s governing board of education unanimously appointed Linda Lunn at its Aug. 24 meeting to serve as trustee, filling the vacancy created by the resignation of Barbara Muir, who died July 29. Lunn’s term will expire November 2018. At that time, Lunn can seek election to fill the remainder of Muir’s term through November 2020. The district interviewed 14 qualified candidates, Aug. 22 and Aug.

24. At the conclusion of the interviews, trustees identified their top candidates, and Kris Thomasian made a motion to appoint Lunn. The motion was seconded by Paul Diffley and unanimously approved by the trustees. “As a volunteer with PTA and president of Council PTA, Linda has been so important in improving parent engagement and involvement in our district, and the learning curve for her will be narrow because she is so familiar with the district,” board President Robin

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Crist said, before speaking to all of the candidates. “The caliber of all the candidates has been very impressive, and your willingness to serve our district speaks volumes.” Each of the trustees said they were impressed with the candidates’ recommendations, experience and professional expertise, and they thanked them for their willingness to serve on the board. “All the candidates are passionate about public education, and we would be in good hands with any of them,” Diffley said Following her appointment, Lunn said, “This is a huge honor for me, and I am committed to give 100 percent toward working to ensure students’ academic achievement during their time in the district and as they head out into their adult future.” Lunn’s two children went to Lisa J. Mails Elementary and now attend Dorothy McElhinney Middle School. She served as Council PTA parliamentarian and president from 2013 to 2017. Before that, she served on Lisa J. Mails PTA as volunteer coordinator, secretary

The governing board of education for Murrieta Valley Unified School District unanimously appoints Linda Lunn to serve as trustee, Aug. 24, filling the vacancy created by the resignation of Barbara Muir, who died July 29. Courtesy photo

and president. “After serving our schools for eight years as a parent volunteer,” Lunn said. “I am excited to continue my service to the MVUSD community as a trustee of the board of education. I am committed to putting student learning

and achievement first as we, the stakeholders, work together to prepare our children to enter the adult world. Every year that I have volunteered within MVUSD, I’ve taken on greater responsibility and commitment, and each year has brought me greater joy. My heart is here in Murrieta with the children of MVUSD; I am honored to be able to work for them.” Lunn holds a Bachelor of Science from Colorado State University. Unless a petition calling for a special election pursuant to Education Code 5091 is filed in the Office of the Riverside County Superintendent of Schools within 30 days of this provisional appointment, it shall become an effective appointment. Notwithstanding the right of the public to petition for a special election, all powers and duties of a governing board member begin once the appointment is made, and Lunn will take the oath of office at the board meeting Sept. 13. For more information, contact the secretary to the board, Laura Gonzales, at (951) 696-1600, ext. 1002.

Bennett earns dean’s award with distinction at Colgate University HAMILTON, N.Y. – Colgate University class of 2019 member John Bennett of Murrieta has earned the spring 2017 dean’s award with distinction. The dean’s award with distinction is awarded to students with a 3.6 or higher term average. Colgate University is a highly

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Many people stay away from filing for bankruptcy because of inaccurate information they have received from friends, family, coworkers and the media. This misinformation usually stops people from seeking the assistance of a bankruptcy lawyer who can help them understand how bankruptcy can help their situation. These common concerns and myths have stopped many people from seeking

the help of a bankruptcy attorney, but no longer. First, can I keep my home if I file for bankruptcy? If you are current on your mortgage payments and there is no equity in your home, generally you can keep your home when you file for bankruptcy. If you are behind in your mortgage payments then Chapter 13 bankruptcy may be available to help you catch up on your payments and keep your home. Even when your home has equity, in most instances some, if not all, of the equity can be protected in a bankruptcy, and you can keep your home. Can I keep my car if I file for bankruptcy? If you are making payments on your vehicle, in most instances as long as you continue to make your payments on your vehicle and sign a reaffirmation agreement, you will generally get to keep your vehicle. If your vehicle is paid in full, in most circumstances the equity in your vehicle can be protected.

Will my credit be ruined for the next 10 years if I file for bankruptcy? Although Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcies can legally remain on your credit report for 10 years, this fact does not mean that your credit will be ruined for the next 10 years. Most people are able to get their credit score to a good level, after only three years. Will my clothes, furnishings and household goods be taken away if I file for bankruptcy? In the majority of cases, your household goods and furnishings will not be touched by the bankruptcy court or your creditors. These items are generally protected by California bankruptcy exemptions which stop creditors from using these items to satisfy the debts. If I file for bankruptcy and get a discharge, will they be able to ask for payment in the future? If you provided accurate and nonfraudulent information on your bankruptcy petition and obtained a discharge from the bankruptcy court, creditors cannot seek to

collect on any debts that were discharged in the bankruptcy case, once the case is closed. Will I be able to obtain credit after I file? Most people have no problems obtaining a credit card after filing for bankruptcy. In fact there is an industry of companies that cater specifically to extending credit to people who have filed for bankruptcy. Is it unethical or immoral file for bankruptcy? Federal bankruptcy law was created specifically to help people in situations where they cannot afford to pay their debts back. There is nothing unethical or immoral about using federally established law to legally eliminate your debts. I understand I will not be able to purchase a home if I file for bankruptcy? Generally, most individuals who have filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy are able to qualify to purchase a home after 3-4 years. In Chapter 13 bankruptcy, you will have to seek the permission of the court if

the bankruptcy case is still pending. I recently moved to California, do I have to file for bankruptcy in the state I moved from? Federal venue rules allow you to file for bankruptcy where you have resided for the greater part of the 180 days before filing for bankruptcy. This rule means that you can have resided in California for as little as 91 days and file for bankruptcy in California. Please note by reading the information above & herein, no attorney-client relationship has been created. The information provided herein is not to be relied upon as legal advice for your specific legal needs. Should you have legal questions, contact The Law Offices Morton J. Grabel in Temecula at (951) 695- 7700. Mort, originally from Philadelphia, attended an ABA Law School, has an MBA, a Real Estate Broker’s License, a CA Nursing Home Administrator’s License and is a member in good standing of various local chambers of commerce.

Santa Rosa Plateau Nature Education Foundation named Nonprofit of the Year by Murrieta Chamber of Commerce and field work sites, the programs are also designed to support classroom teachers by augmenting their science and environmental science curriculum requirements. Programs are supported by mem-

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MURRIETA – The Santa Rosa Plateau Nature Education Foundation was named Nonprofit Service Organization of the Year Saturday, Aug. 19. The nonprofit is entering its 15th year of fostering youth environmental stewardship by providing environmental education programs in southwest Riverside County. The recognition was presented at the Murrieta Chamber of Commerce’s 57th annual awards celebration at the Pechanga Resort and Casino. The foundation’s mission is to educate and empower youth to

appreciate, preserve and protect nature. “We are a unique philanthropic niche with a focus on providing our young citizens experiences that reconnect them to nature and guide them toward a life of environmental stewardship,” Executive Director Ginger Greaves said. “We are beyond excited to receive this award from the business community and are uplifted by the recognition.” Since 2003, the organization has served schools and students in 10 southwest Riverside school districts, over 112,000 youth in

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Western Science Center wins support from patrons and ‘Stars’ of the Valley

Alton C. Dooley, Jr., Ph.D. executive director of stands by one of the hundreds of fossils of mastodons and other ice age creatures once found in the Diamond Valley area of Hemet. He is awaiting guests at the annual Western Center Community Foundation fundraiser Sept. 9. Tony Ault photos

Among the many special guests and VIPs invited to the annual ‘Science Under the Stars’ fundraiser for the Western Science Center in Hemet Sept. 9 were retired California State Sen. David G. Kelley, left, and Riverside 3rd District Supervisor Chuck Washington. Sen. Kelley was instrumental in working with three consecutive State Governors and the legislature in securing $30 million in grants for the WSC.

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More than 30 auction items and Opportunity Drawing gifts like these valued at thousands of dollars were raffled off or auctioned off at the gala Western Science Center’s ‘Science Under the Stars’ fundraiser held Sept. 9 in the courtyard between the WSC Museum and the Western Science Academy. The many invited guests participated in the auction, a catered meal, music and dancing.

Opening the annual Western Science Center ‘Science Under the Stars’ fundraiser Sept. 9 in Hemet were aerobatic demonstrations made by two local pilots helping entertain the more than 200 invited guests.

Hemet High School student Nicole Ann Robinson sings the national anthem, with members of the Hemet Police Department Color Guard holding the flags of the nation and state before her, beginning the formal Western Science Center fundraiser and auction at 2335 Searl Pkwy. In Hemet Sept. 9.

Patrons, state and county officials, city mayors and councilmembers, school administrators, students and scientists turned out Saturday, Sept. 9, to show their support for the Western Science Center in Hemet at the annual “Science Under the Stars” auction and fundraiser. The WSC museum at 2335 Searl Pkwy. In Hemet houses the largest ice age Mastodon fossil find in history. It has attracted thousands of visitors and scientists from around the world to view and study these extinct animals that once roamed the Diamond Valley area of Hemet thousands of years ago. The ‘Science Under the Stars” event provided invited guests to bid on thousands of dollars of donated items from electric bicycles to condo stays in Hawaii. The $125 a seat event offered fine wines, Hors d’oeuves, a catered meal of prime rib and salmon, especially prepared desserts, table service special guest speakers, science demonstrations, an aerobatic show, auction, raffles and dancing. Each guest was given a number to bid on the many auction items offered by WSC patrons, local businessmen, sheriff and police departments, the Science Center and private donors. More than $50,000 in gifts were provided for auction. The keynote speaker was noted paleontologist Eric Scott, a guest of Alton C. Dooley, Jr. executive director of the Western Center Community Foundation. Scott, was one of the first scientists to find and catalog the tremendous number of Mastodon and other ice age fossils found under the ground in Hemet’s former Diamond Valley, now underwater in the Metropolitan Water District’s Diamond Valley Reservoir.

Todd Faust, president of the Western Science Center Foundation, speaks about the achievements in paleontology and science made by the staff and visiting scientists at the WSC since it opened in 2006. Faust opened the annual WSC ‘Science Under the Stars’ auction and fundraiser held Sept. 9 at the center in Hemet.

A special guest that evening was Sen. David G. Kelley who was instrumental in bringing more than $30 million to the WSC from three consecutive state governors and the legislature during his terms in office both as an assemblyman and senator. Also on hand for the event was Riverside County’s 3rd District Supervisor Chuck Washington; County Sheriff-Coroner Stan Sniff; Hemet, San Jacinto and Moreno Valley city officials, area school superintendents, Soboba Band of Luiseno Indians Tribal council members, physicians, students and teachers. Sponsors who donated their time and money to the fundraiser that will help sustain the Western Science Center museum and scientific studies of the ice age animals included: Platinum Sponsors; Foutz Family Foundation, Century 21 McDaniel & Associates and HCMG-PHH. Silver Sponsors; Bank of Hemet, Domenigoni Family and Eric & Gisela Gosch. Bronze Sponsors: Soboba Band of Luiseno Indians; Abbott Vascular; Davis Wojcik & Duarte; Quality Inn, Bryan & Marianne Dunn; and Dr. Larry and Sandy Hughes. Copper Sponsors: Eric & Haley Benson; Blaine A. Womer Civil Engineering; Brubaker Culton Real Estate; Dr. Ed & Chris Formica; Norma Formica, Hemet Escrow; Hemet Valley Tool; Dr. Koka Senior Clinic; Lemongrass Asian Cuisine; Logos Education Systems; Kevin & Heather Mohl; Miller Jones Mortuary; Dr. Sreenlvasa Nakka; Chip & Gail Polvoorde; Rod Tolliver; Rosenthal & Excell Commercial Real Estate Services; Swan, Carpenter, Wallis & McKenzie; and Teegarden & Wolbeck. Centerpiece Sponsor was Dave Bank & Associates, Inc. of California.

These fossil replicas of ice age creatures that once roamed Diamond Valley in Hemet greeted guests of the annual ‘Science Under the Stars’ Wester Science Center auction and fundraiser for the facility Saturday, Sept. 9.

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Temecula Valley Symphony to open its 2017-2018 concert season “Audiences love his humor and program notes delivered live from the podium, providing crafty anecdotes about each piece or composer,” Alana Joos, managing and artistic director said. “Patrons enjoy our diverse programming that includes everything from the traditional classics, to pops, and epic works from major motion pictures. Variety is key to our successful performances.” The symphony expects many of its upcoming concerts to sell out. “Winter Joy” will feature guest violinist, YuEun Gemma Kim, performing “Winter” from Vivaldi’s “Four Seasons” in concert Dec. 2. The program offers a stocking full of holiday favorites including selections from Irving Berlin’s “White Christmas,” “Stille Nacht” by Mannheim Steamroller, “Jingle Bells Forever” performed in the style of John Philip Sousa, “Christmas at the Movies,” “Hanukkah Overture for Strings and

TEMECULA – The Temecula Valley Symphony announced their 2017-2018 season of symphonic music with a new twist from the Magical Mystery Tour Beatles tribute band appearance to Spanish dancers and “Aida.” The Temecula Valley Symphony opens its concert season Saturday, Sept. 23, with a powerful concert entitled “Passion and Adventure.” The symphony and symphony chorus join forces to perform Antonio Vivaldi’s “Gloria,” movements 1 and 4, and “Agnus Dei,” the choral version of Samuel Barber’s Adagio for Strings. The program will also feature the symphony performing “The Adventures of Robin Hood” by Erich Korngold, Pyotr Tchaikovsky’s “Overture to Romeo & Juliet” and TV themes from “Game of Thrones” and “House of Cards.” The symphony is conducted by Music Director John Mario, an internationally known conductor and opera coach.

The Temecula Valley Symphony opens its 2017-2018 season Sept. 23, offering a variety of music styles and a peek at the upcoming season.

Clarinet Solo,” “‘Twas the Night Before Christmas” performed as a narrated tale and more. The symphony will present their “Bold and Brassy…Sweet and Sassy” concert Feb. 10, opening with Aaron Copland’s “Fanfare for the Common Man” and featuring Kate Prestia-Schaub, flutist, performing “Carmen Fantasy for Flute and Orchestra.” The world’s premier Beatles

tribute band, Classical Mystery Tour, will highlight the season, March 17. The concert presents nearly 30 Beatles tunes played by the band with a live orchestra. They’ve performed with many major symphonies and now Classical Mystery Tour is coming to Temecula. “Mediterranean Odyssey” will feature two Spanish dancers, April 14, and the symphony chorus joins

the symphony for the season finale concert, “Champions,” May 19. The concert includes Giuseppe Verdi’s crown jewel, the “Triumphal March” from “Aida” with five opera soloists, plus music from “Casablanca” and “Spartacus.” For more information, ticket prices and venue details, call (951) 587-1536 or visit www. TemeculaValleySymphony.org.

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City of Temecula to host ‘Western Days’ in Old Diamond Valley Writers Guild hosts Town Temecula local authors’ book fair TEMECULA ─ Western Days is back and once again will be celebrating Temecula’s heritage as a ranch town. The event is to be held 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 23, in Town Square Park, 41000 Main Street, in Old Town Temecula. The event will include country western entertainers, street vendors and a kid’s zone, featuring pony rides and carnival games. The Old Town Temecula Gunfighters will be performing at The Hotel Temecula, in addition to a high noon shoot-out at The Bank restaurant. Residents are encouraged to come out and show their community pride.

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Diamond Valley Writer’s Guild will be hosting 16 outstanding area writers in a meet and greet Author’s Book Fair Saturday, Sept. 23, at the Diamond Valley Art Center, 123 Harvard Street, in Hemet. The special event, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., will offer attendees an opportunity to meet local authors and hear selected readings from their works. The DVWG is an association of people who have a love of writing. The organization promotes the exchange of information by hosting speakers who share their expertise with fellow writers. This special book fair at the art center will have 16 tables set up

Bells to ring out at the Temecula Valley Museum celebrating Constitution Day, Sept. 17 TEMECULA – The Luiseno Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution will gather Sunday, Sept. 17, at the gazebo of the Temecula Valley Museum to join Bells Across America in a nationwide movement honoring the United States Constitution. Constitution Day is Sept. 17;

The Luiseno Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution, some in period costumes, will join Bells Across America honoring the U.S. Constitution Sept. 17. Courtesy photo

the date was first recognized by President Dwight D. Eisenhower in 1956, who signed the bill that celebrating Sept. 17-23 annually as Constitution Week. This year, the Luiseno DAR will join others across America to celebrate the 230th anniversary of the Constitution and the 226th anniversary of the Bill of Rights. The Temecula ladies will ring hand bells and other bells at 1 p.m., Sept. 17. Thousands other DAR members and citizens will ring out their bells at the same time as will churches, schools and government agencies across the nation. Members of the Luiseno DAR

chapter welcome anyone who is interested in celebrating the event to join them in the gazebo before the designated bell ringing time of 1 p.m. It will be the sixth year that the chapter has honored the Constitution in this manner. It is the objective of the DAR that citizens learn about and honor the importance of this historic document. Also in recognition of the Constitution Week, the Luiseno Chapter will receive proclamations proclaiming Constitution Week from members of the city councils of Lake Elsinore, Menifee, Murrieta, Temecula and Wildomar.

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CHILDREN AND TEENS: NOW – Sept. 27 - Art For Youth Competition presented by Diamond Valley Arts Council is open to all high school and college aged youths living in the Hemet San Jacinto area. Artwork displayed at participating locations. Intent to participate forms were due July 1, Display period is Sept. 6-24. Awards presentation, Sept. 27. Information and submission guidelines and forms available online at www. thedvac.org. ONGOING – Explore Science every Friday night from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Pennypickle’s Workshop. $5 per person. 42081 Main St. in Temecula. Information: www. pennypickles.org. ENTERTAINMENT: Now thru Sept. 24 – 7:30 p.m. Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat at the Old Town Temecula Community Theater. This classic story based on the “coat of many colors” story of Joseph from the Bible’s Book of Genesis, tells of betrayal, forgiveness and unconditional love set in ancient Egypt. Its familyfriendly storyline, universal themes and catchy music makes it a popular show for all. 42051 Main St., Temecula. Information: (866) 6538696 or email: tickets@temeculaca. gov. Sept. 14-16 – 6:30 p.m. Shakespeare in the Vines presents “The Importance of Being Ernest” at Baily Vineyard & Winery, 33440 La Serena Way, Temecula. Directed by Chris Pittman. Information: www. shakespearinthevines.com. Tickets: tickets.temeculatheater.org. Sept. 16 – 7-9 p.m. Country Live at the Merc, presented by Gwyn Sanborn. Join us for live country music show featuring our house band backing up the valley’s hottest country artists. Artist showcases and songwriter nights change it up occasionally so be sure to check the schedule. www. countryatthemerc.info. Every first and third Saturday at 7 p.m. (and 9 p.m. if first show sells out). 42051 Main St., Temecula. Information: (866) 653-8696 or email: tickets@ temeculaca.gov. Sept. 23 – 3 p.m. Classics at The Merc. Presented by California Chamber Orchestra association with Temecula Presents. Classics at The Merc is a monthly chamber recital series co-produced by the California Chamber Orchestra and Temecula Presents. Every second and fourth Sunday afternoon Classics at the Merc features an individual musician or small ensemble performing a wide range of music. Performers are all working professional musicians or

advanced conservatory students. 4 2 0 5 1 M a i n S t . , Te m e c u l a . Information: (866) 653-8696 or email: tickets@temeculaca.gov. Oct. 21 – 5 p.m. Salute to Vietnam fundraiser sponsored by Wings and Rotors Air Museum. Dinner, silent auction and live entertainment provided by the Phoenix Patrol Band. Come dressed in 1970s attire. At the French Valley Airport Hangar 31, 33750 Sky Canyon Drive, Murrieta. Tickets and Information (951) 696-3901. ONGOING – 7:30 p.m. Jazz at the Merc, presented by Sherry Williams. Each Thursday (and special performance dates throughout the year), you will be treated to a different jazz group in the intimate space known as “The Merc.” The Mercantile is one of Temecula’s original buildings and has been beautifully restored. 42051 Main St., Temecula. Information: (866) 653-8696 or email: tickets@ temeculaca.gov.

COMMUNITY EVENTS: Sept. 23 – 9 a.m. to 1p.m. Author’s Book Fair at the Diamond Valley Art Center at 123 Harvard Street in Hemet. Hosted by Diamond Valley Writer’s Guild and featuring 16 outstanding area writers in a meet and greet offering an opportunity to meet local authors and hear selected readings from their works. To learn more about DVWG, the Inland Empire’s home for writers, contact DVWritersGuild@gmail.com or search for the group on Facebook or www.Meetup.com. The group also has published an online literary publication that can be seen at www. StraitjacketsMagazine.com. ONGOING: Weekly classes at the Hemet Art Association Gallery, 144 N. Harvard St. in Hemet. Tuesdays, Painting with Acrylics (beginners to intermediate) 4:307:30 p.m. Information: Paula Squier (805) 341-2707. Thursdays 9 a.m. to noon, Portraits in Oil (all levels). Cost for class is $15. Information: Jack Roberts (951) 652-3679. Thursdays 1-4 p.m. Painting in Oil (all levels). Information: Jerry Horn (951) 654-5620. Fridays 1-4 p.m. Watercolor Painting (beginners to intermediate). Cost for class is $15. Information: Judy Stoh (951) 927-4176. All classes are open to the public. O N G O I N G – 8 - 11 a . m . Fundraising breakfast at Lake Elsinore/Wildomar Elks Lodge No. 2591 to raise money for the Lodge and five Boy Scout units chartered by the Lodge. Third Saturday of each month. Cost $9 for adults and $5 for children under 7. Now – Oct. 7. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. – DVAC Plein Air Art Show at the Diamond Valley Arts Council,

123 N. Harvard St. in Hemet. Free admission. Come see art created in an outdoor setting. To participate contact the Diamond Valley Arts Council (951) 652-3822. Sept. 17 – 7 a.m. F.I.T. Fun Color Run at the Ronald Reagan Sports Park, 30875 Rancho Vista Road, Temecula. The community is invited to walk, run and have fun while doing something healthy. Each participant will receive an inaugural event T-shirt, finisher medal, goodie bag, post-event refreshments and enjoy entertainment. The fivekilometer event is timed, and awards will be presented for the overall first place male and female finishers. Registration packets are available to be picked up at the Community Recreation Center until 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 16. Online registration is available at www. Runsignup.com/FITfuncolorrun. Registration on race day will begin 7 a.m. and only cash or checks will be accepted. For more information, visit www.TemeculaCA.gov or call (951) 694-6410. Sept. 24 – Michelle’s Place 5K Walk of Hope at Vail Headquarters, Kohls Shopping Center, Highway 79 South, Temecula. 8:30 a.m. Inaugural 5K Walk of Hope benefiting Michelle’s Place Breast Cancer Resource Center. This family- and dog-friendly event is expected to raise money to help local individuals fighting cancer in our community. Registration: $30 for adults, $15 for children ages 4-12, children 3 and under are free and all breast cancer survivors are $15. All Walk participants will receive a free Walk T-shirt and participation medal as they cross the finish line. To register for the Walk of Hope, visit michellesplace.org. For sponsorship information call (951) 699-5455 or email events@ michellesplace.org. Sept. 28 – 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. US Bank Career Fair. Refreshments will be served at the job fair to be held at Temeku Hills Ballroom, 41687 Temeku Drive, in Temecula. Information: www. temeculacareerfair.com. Sept. 30 – 4-8 p.m. The Lake Elsinore Car Cruise. Cool classic cars will once again cruise into Lake Elsinore’s Historic Main Street for this free event. No pre-registration or fees, just tons of fun. All cars will be directed into the parking stalls on a first come, first serve basis. Main Street will remain open for this event. Graham Avenue will be closed and used only for cars. Cars will be directed to park. This event is co-hosted by the City of Lake Elsinore, Lambs Fellowship Car and Motorcycle Show (www.facebook. com/Lambsfellowshipcarshow/), and Randy Happala.

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Oct. 7 – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 19th Annual Old Town Temecula Outdoor Quilt Show. Free. See hundreds of modern, traditional pieced, appliqued, art, baby, children, fun and crazy quilts at this annual show in Old Town Temecula. Live auction at 1 p.m. in the Old Town Temecula Community Theater Courtyard. Online and phone bids accepted. Silent auction and new “Buy it now” option at Temecula Community Civic Center. Portion of proceeds goes to local nonprofit organizations. Sponsored by Valley of the Mist Quilt Guild and the city of Temecula. Information: (51) 3124927 or send email to votmqg@ yahoo.com. Oct. 19 – 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The City of Temecula will host a f r e e o n e - d a y E m e rg e n c y Management Summit which will include keynote speakers, panel discussions, lectures, exhibitions and vendors. The goal of the summit is to bring together businesses, regional first responders, emergency managers, elected officials, and the public to discuss issues related to emergency preparedness, and allhazards events such as earthquakes, floods, droughts, fires, terrorism, incidents that affect our region and the business community. Oct. 21 – 20th annual TUMC Craft Faire. 9 a.m.to 2 p.m. at the Temecula United Methodist Church, located at 42690 Margarita Road in Temecula. Vendors of high quality, handcrafted items are wanted for the faire. Commercial entries are not accepted. Booth locations available. Information: Heather Bjorklund (951) 676-7784.

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avocados particularly effective at enriching neural lutein levels, which may provide benefits for not only eye health, but for brain health,” Elizabeth Johnson, Ph.D., lead investigator of the study from the Jean Mayer USDA Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging at Tufts University, said. “Furthermore, the results of this new research reveal that lutein levels in the eye more than doubled in subjects that consumed fresh avocados, compared to a supplement, as evidenced by my previous published research. Thus, a balanced diet that includes fresh avocados may be an effective strategy for cognitive health.” “While the conclusions drawn are from a single study that cannot be generalized to all populations, the study’s outcome helps to reinforce and advance the body of published research on avocado benefits and their role in everyday healthy living,” Nikki Ford, Ph.D., director of nutrition of the Hass Avocado Board, said. “Avocados are a nutrient-dense, cholesterol-free fruit with naturally good fats and are a

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September is Hanger Steak Special Month at Pinnacle TEMECULA – For the month of September, the Pinnacle restaurant at Falkner Winery will be offering a delicious Hanger Steak Special. Each week the executive chef will feature a different preparation of the tender cut. Each special comes with vegetables and is priced at $30. For the weekend of Sept. 15-17, the special will be seasoned and grilled hanger steak with a green garlic sauce on top of saffron rice pilaf and grilled asparagus; for Sept. 22-24 the special is grilled hanger steak smothered in a Cajun cream sauce with blackened fingerling potatoes and vegetable and finally for Sept. 29-Oct. 1 the special will be grilled hanger steak with roasted potatoes and mixed vegetable medley and a chimichurri sauce. Call to make reservations at (951) 676-8231, ext. 4, or online at www.falknerwinery.com under “Restaurant Reservations.”

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Temecula Valley’s Wine Country marketing director named one of Wine Enthusiast Magazine’s Top 40 Under 40 Tastemakers for 2017 Visit Temecula Valley SPECIAL TO VALLEY NEWS

Visit Temecula Valley announced Wine Country marketing director, Devin Parr, has been recognized by Wine Enthusiast Magazine as one of the Top 40 Under 40 Tastemakers of 2017. The annual feature showcases professionals in the American wine, beer, cider and spirits industries. Per the magazine’s digital feature, “With an eye on innovation and an impulse to constantly reach for the horizon, each of these honorees is doing their part to lead the conversation and leave a lasting influence on the world of food and drink for generations to come.” “Our Top 40 list this year and every year is culled from the incredible individuals our editorial team meets in our industry,” Susan Kostrzewa, executive editor of Wine Enthusiast Magazine, said. “Our goal is to spotlight progressive, energetic and relentless personalities…the kind of people that, when you meet, you don’t forget.”

“I am humbled and honored by this recognition – especially from a publication I not only read religiously, but that I consider the gold standard in wine and food reporting,” Parr said. “However, the real credit goes to Temecula Valley Southern California Wine Country and all the immensely talented winemakers out here who, every day, pour their hearts and souls into crafting top quality wines.” In 2007, Parr left a career in video game public relations to study wine at the Apicius International School of Hospitality in Florence. After nearly two years abroad, she returned to the U.S. to begin her career in the wine industry. In October 2015, she moved to Temecula to take the role of Wine Country marketing director for Visit Temecula Valley and Temecula Valley Wine Growers Association. “Devin is instrumental in sharing our story about Temecula Valley and our quality wines,” Visit Temecula Valley President and CEO Kimberly Adams said. “We are proud of her recognition.”

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Within her first year in Temecula, she created the region’s first ever “People’s Choice Blind Tasting and Awards” program, kicked off the “Crush on Temecula Wines” campaign aimed at building greater collaboration among local restaurants and wineries and initiated a comprehensive re-brand focused on quality wines, unique stories and the undeniable laid-back Southern California vibe of the region. Believing great wine starts not in the vineyard but with passionate, visionary people, she also created and launched a new video series, “Behind the Wine Bottle,” to introduce the rock stars of Temecula – aka the winemakers and winery owners who pour their blood, sweat and tears into the region every day. For more information about the People’s Choice Blind Tasting and Awards, visit www. visittemeculavalley.com/winemonth/peoples-choice. To read Wine Enthusiast Magazine’s article, visit www.winemag. com/40under402017.

Devin Parr, wine country marketing director, is one of Wine Enthusiast Magazine’s Top 40 under 40 Tastemakers for 2017. Parr has begun several successful marketing campaigns in the past two years she has worked in the area. Courtesy photo

Falkner Winery welcomes fall with full calendar TEMECULA – Falkner Winery is full of activity in September with a party for wine club members, a wine appreciation class and the first Harvest Hoedown. The Food & Wine Club Pick-up Party held Sept. 9 was designated for Connoisseur and Barrel members, although all members were able attend. There was no charge for VIP members, but there was a $10 per person charge for Connoisseur members and a $15 per person charge for Barrel and Crush Club members all redeemable in wine purchases. They tasted the 2016 Estate Sauvignon Blanc, 2016 Chardonnay, 2016 Viognier, 2014 Amante, 2014 Syrah, 2014 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon, 2013 Merlot, 2014 Cachet and 2014 Vintner’s Reserve Sangiovese. In addition, Falkner’s poured two of their library wines that were available for sale with

the wine club discount: the 2004 Meritage and 2005 Amante. The 2016 Viognier and 2014 Syrah were available at 50 percent off for case purchases and 30 percent off for single-bottle purchases. For more information, call (951) 676-8231, ext. 109, or email wineclub@ falknerwinery.com. Falkner Winery offers a wine appreciation class for people of all levels of wine knowledge with the objectives of improving their knowledge in how to best enjoy wine and have fun with it. The next class is Sept. 16 from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The class is conducted monthly for $45 per person or $70 per person if lunch is desired after the class. Connoisseur members are $40 per person and VIP for $20 per person for the class only. For those individuals who are intimidated by wine and wine-speak, they will find this class entertaining and

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enlightening. Shane Sevier, a tour director and an assistant winemaker at Falkner Winery, gives the class in an entertaining manner. Individuals interested in attending the next class should register by contacting the winery at (951) 676-8231, ext. 109. Class sizes are limited, so all reservations must be made in advance and remember that gift certificates for these classes are available. Kick up your heels and come join Falkner Winery celebrate their Food and Wine Club members with the first Harvest Hoedown. The event will be 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 28. The cost is $25 when purchased in advance or $30 at the door. Included will be a barbecue dinner with made-to-order ribs, chicken or pulled pork sandwiches with sides and a glass of wine, sangria or beer. Additional wines or sangria by the glass or bottle and beer will be for sale with member discounts. Attendees are encouraged to dress up in their best cowboy and cowgirl attire and enjoy country music and dancing, lawn games, raffles and prizes. Get advanced tickets online at www.falknerwinery.com. The event is exclusively for Food & Wine Club members and their guests. A prize will be awarded for the “Best Country Attire.” All month long Falkner Winery will have games for FUNdaySUNdays and great barbecue for families. Visit the winery Sundays to enjoy yard games such as ring toss, left-right chardonnay, wine pong, corn hole, washers and Jenga. All these competitive yard games along with a specialty menu are offered each Sunday from noon to 3 p.m. There is no charge to play any of the games, and one series of games will be designed as “Tournament Play” with a prize awarded to the winner. The tournament play will require signup and a 1 p.m. start time; the selection of games will differ from week to week. The tournament winner will receive a wine prize. In addition to the fun games, the winery offers freshly prepared food items such as delicious lobster rolls with Maine lobster, barbecue baby back ribs and pulled pork sandwiches on the outside menu. Available beverages will include multiple wines, craft beers, sangria and several specialty wine cocktails. No reservations are required. Falkner Winery has continued to have the same tasting fees for the last three years, but due to increasing costs, they have raised these fees effective Sept. 1. The classic tasting of four wines is now $15, and the enhanced tasting of six wines that comes with a $5 wine rebate certificate and a souvenir glass is now $20. However, wine club memberships have remained the same. VIP members and three guests receive free tastings, and Connoisseur members and a guest also receive free tastings.

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Wine Country Music Awards announces concert headliners age and media coverage with national exposure. Finalists will be invited to attend the awards ceremony and may be asked to perform live; they will be added to the Golden Crown Productions talent roster. Finalists will be invited to perform at the Southern California Fair in October 2017. They will also receive airtime on local radio stations. The WCMA contest is open to all ages and genres. Minors may enter; however, their entries must be submitted by parent or legal guardian. Entries may still be made online at www.winecountrymusicawards.com until Oct. 1. See the website for rules and details. Judging will be done by music industry professionals and independently audited. Judges include Erik Turner of Warrant, Joey Allen of Warrant, Lee Rocker of Stray Cats, actor and musician Leo Howard, national talent buyer Roger LeBlanc, Sean Redding of The Recording Farm, Terri Nunn of Berlin, Tommy Heath of Tommy Tutone and drummer and songwriter Vinny Appice. In addition to live music performances, the event will include food, wine, live and silent auctions and a raffle. Corporate and VIP tables are still available but are going fast. General admission tickets are also still available. The event is limited to 1,000 attendees. Organizing partners include Golden Crown Productions, Wilson Creek Winery & Vineyards, @Work personnel Services, @Backgrounds Screening Services, DeadlineMedia. com, The Recording Farm, Temecula insurance Services, PurplePass, Valley News, Dealpalooza.com, iHeart Radio, Clear Channel Radio, Southern California Fair, Ballast Point, Sebaz Productions, Temecula Education Foundation and Gosch Ford Temecula. Sponsorships are available. The two charities will receive 100 percent of the proceeds of the online live auction, on-site silent auction, on-site raffle ticket sales, donations submitted via the WCMA Donations Page and 20 percent of the ticket sales sold by the charity. In addition, Wilson Creek Winery, host for the event, will donate $1 for each alcoholic beverage sold on the evening of the awards ceremony. For sponsorship or ticket information, to donate raffle items or to enter the competition, visit www.winecountrymusicawards.com.

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The Wine Country Music Awards presented by Golden Crown Productions is generating interest all over Southern California, attracting more than 100 artist submissions in 11 different categories. The awards ceremony will be held Sunday, Nov. 5, at the Wilson Creek Winery in Temecula and will feature a full concert by Terri Nunn and Berlin, Warrant, Tommy Tutone, Leo Howard and more. The purpose of the event is to support education – specifically musical education programs – through two nonprofits, the Temecula Education Foundation charity and the Mt San Jacinto College Foundation charity. Over 100 artists, including individuals, duos, bands and groups, have entered to compete in the WCMA’s 11 categories: Acoustic, Pop, Country, Rock, Cover, Instrumental, Christian, Singer/Songwriter, Youth under 18, Miscellaneous and People’s Choice. Over 75 percent of the talent submissions are from the local area, although interest has been generated outside the region, including artists from Bakersfield, Las Vegas, northern California and beyond. The artist from furthest away is “Xander and the Peace Pirates” from England. Some of the artists include Jordan Onoto, Dustin Jake and Your New Aesthetic in the Acoustic category and OceansOver, Evan Diamond, Just Say Hess, Jon Campos, Yo Brando and Dulaney & Company in the Singer/ Songwriter category. In the Pop category, some of the entries are Dustin

Jake, Jon Rankin, Shea, Noah Young, Somewhat Ace and Lindsey Carrier. Redemption Brass, Lord of the Cello and Tom Griesgraber will be competing in the Instrumentalist category. James Van New Kirk and Dustin Jake are entered in the Christian category. The Youth category will feature Caden Levi, Anthony “Fallbrook Kid” Cullins, Mackenzie O’Coyne and The Sea Monks. Talent also abounds in the Country category with Steven Ybarra, Wildee, John Surge and the Haymakers, Alaina Blar and Felice Garcia. Bel Canto opera singer Chelsea Snow, Grass Band, Phoenix Patriot Band and Fuzzy (Lenny Rankins) and the Blues Band from San Diego are competing in the Miscellaneous category. The Rock category includes Mettle, Jarvis Brown, Jon Campos & The Incurables, Woods, T.A.G., Worldfast, Minor Strut, Dorain Steel Midnight Satellites, Streetwize, Falling Dives, Conversations, Anyic, the 4019’s, Black Hat and Midnight Divide. Cover bands also have a category and will include Mettle, Grass Band, The B players, Cougrzz Rock! and Cerissa & 332. There will be three finalists chosen from each category, from which firstplace winners in each category will be selected. One grand prize winner will receive $1,000 cash, time to record a four-song extended play album from The Recording Farm, a professionally produced music video by Sebaz Productions, an opening slot performance with a national act, a radio play pack-

Wine Country Events Calendar Friday, Sept. 15 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Craft Faire, Maurice Car’rie Winery

2-4 p.m.

Gourmet Cheese Artisanal Tour & Wine Tasting, Avensole Winery

5-8 p.m.

Live Music, Barry Frederick, Cougar Vineyard and Winery

6-10 p.m.

Live Music, On the House, Bel Vino Winery

3 to 5:30 p.m.

Happy Hour, Vineyard Rose, South Coast Winery

5:30-8:30 p.m.

Live Music, Kyle Castellani, Ponte Winery Restaurant

6-9 p.m.

Festa! Europa, Bluefish, Europa Village

6-9 p.m.

Live Music, Os Roxx, Lorimar Winery

6:30-9:30 p.m.

Shakespeare in the Vines, Baily Vineyard

6-10 p.m.

Latin Tropical Jazz and Salsa, La Cura, Callaway Vineyard & Wionery

7-10 p.m.

Live Music, Mickie Arnett, Miramonte Winery

7-11 p.m.

Live Music, Steven Ybarra, The Cellar Lounge at Ponte Vineyard Inn

7:30-10 p.m.

Live Music, Jason Weber, Thornton Winery

11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Craft Faire, Maurice Car’rie Winery

Noon to 4 p.m.

Live Music, Chris Fast Band, Bel Vino Winery

1-4 p.m.

Live Music, Jon Campos, Avensole Winery Restaurant

1-4 p.m.

Live Music, Jasmine Seek, Robert Renzoni Vineyards

1-5 p.m.

Live Music, Jillian Calkins, Fazeli Cellars Winery

6-9 p.m.

Live Music, Sebastian Sidi, Avensole Winery Restaurant

7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Brunch at Bouquet Restaurant, Ponte Vineyard Inn

9:30-11:30 a.m.

Paint & Pour, Callaway Winery

Noon to 4 p.m.

Live Music, JD Priest, Masia de la Vinya

Noon to 4 p.m.

Live Music, Dustin Jake, Wilson Creek Winery

1-5 p.m.

Live Music, Justin Shultz, Danza del Sol Winery

3:30-5:30 p.m.

Happy Hour, Vineyard Rose, South Coast Winery

5-9 p.m.

Goodbye to Summer Block Party, Monte De Oro Winery & Vineyards

5:30-8:30 p.m.

Live Music, Buzz Campbell, Ponte Winery Restaurant

5:30-9 p.m.

Live Music, Michael LeClerc, Vineyard Rose Restaurant, South Coast Winery

6-9 p.m.

Live Music, Fear of Phobias, Lorimar Winery

6-10 p.m.

Concert, La Cura, Callaway Winery

6-10 p.m.

Bonfire Saturday Nights, Gino and the Lone Gunmen, Longshadow Ranch Winery

6:30-9:30 p.m.

Shakespeare in the Vines, Baily Vineyard

7-10 p.m.

Live Music, Missy Anderson, Miramonte Winery

7-10 p.m.

Jazz Concert series, West Coast Jam, Thornton Winery

7-11 p.m.

Live Music, Jason Weber, Ponte Cellar Lounge

11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Craft Faire, Maurice Car’rie Winery

Noon to 4 p.m.

Live Music, Shoot 4 Tuesday, Bel Vino Winery

1-4 p.m.

Live Music, Harmony Road, Avensole Winery

1-4 p.m.

Live Music, Buzz Campbell, Robert Renzoni Winery

1-5 p.m.

Live Music, Diego Mondragon, Fazeli’s Cellars Winery Tasting Room

2-4 p.m.

Gourmet Cheese Artisanal Tour & Wine Tasting, Avensole Winery

2-5 p.m.

Live Music, Tom Bray, Cougar Winery

6-9 p.m.

Leann Rimes Concert, Galway Downs

7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Brunch at Bouquet Restaurant, Ponte Vineyard Inn

10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Bubble Brunch Buffet, Wilson Creek Winery

Saturday, Sept. 16

Sunday, Sept. 17

11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Brunch Specials at Meritage, Callaway Winery

11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Dog Day Sundays, Carol’s Restaurant at Baily’s Winery

Noon to 3 p.m.

Sunday Funday, Falkner Winery

Noon to 4 p.m.

Live Music, Peter Torres, Wilson Creek Winery

1-3 p.m.

Bridal open, Peltzer Winery

1-4 p.m.

Live Music, Travis Miller, Danza Del Sol Winery

1-4 p.m.

Live Music, Astra Kelly, Europa Village

1-4 p.m.

Live Music, Dustin Jake, Lorimar Vineyards

1-5 p.m.

“Sounds of Sunday”, Lindsey Carrier, Mont de Oro Winery & Vineyards

3:30-5:30 p.m.

Happy Hour, Vineyard Rose, South Coast Winery

5-8 p.m.

Live Music, Rhonda & Vince, Miramonte Winery

5-9 p.m.

Blessing of the Wines/Grape Stomp Event, music by Guilty Conscience, South Coast Winery

5:30-8:30 p.m.

Live Music, Buzz Campbell, Ponte Cellar Lounge

6-9 p.m.

Leann Rimes Concert, Galway Downs

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Sept. 29, Anniversary Party, Peltzer Family Cellars Sept. 30, TVWA Crush Event, Monte de Oro Winery Sept. 30, Champagne Jazz series, Thornton Winery Oct. 6, Little Lies Band, Fazeli Cellars Oct. 7, Temecula Valley Music Awards, Bel Vino Winery Oct. 7, Art & Vino, Carter Estate Winery Oct. 7, Vivian’s Hope Fiesta 7th Annual Dinner/Auction, Fazxeli Cellars Winery Oct. 7 8, Paint Nite in the Barrel Room, Mt Palomar Winery Oct. 7, Farm to Table Dinner, Our Nicholas Foundation, Peltzer Family Cellars

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REAL ESTATE / HOME & GARDEN

Lowe’s Heroes donate needed renovations, repairs to San Jacinto EXCEED residential center

Andrea Wells, assistant executive director of EXCEED, hugs Jeanine J. Hartert, human resources administrative coach from the Beaumont Lowe’s Flatbed Distribution Center after learning the Lowe’s Heroes program will be donating a new gas stove to the Casa del Valle residential center in San Jacinto. The EXCEED residential center houses 14 adults with disabilities. Tony Ault photos

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Lowe’s Heroes converged on the EXCEED residential center in San Jacinto, Sept. 9, to replace a shower stall, install new gas stove and add new landscaping on the facility that houses 14 adults with disabilities. Lowe’s Heroes is a program that encourages Lowe’s employees to team together, adopt a volunteer project with a local nonprofit organization and make a difference in their community. The employees from the Beaumont Flatbed Distribution Center in Beaumont did just that yet again. It is the second year Lowe’s Heroes from Beaumont have selected the San Jacinto EXCEED residential center at Casa del Valle, 789 E. Main St., in San Jacinto. This time, the Lowe’s Heroes crew teamed up with EXCEED workers to replace a shower stall, install new window coverings, painting, weeding, repairing the sprinkler system, adding some outdoor plants and installing a drip system. But as an extra surprise, Jeanine J. Hartert, human resources administrative coach at the Lowe’s distribution center informed EXCEED Executive Director Andrea Wells that Lowe’s was going to add a new gas stove for the resident’s kitchen and new patio furniture. “Wow! What a surprise,” Wells said, hugging Hertert. “The burners don’t work. We just had two of the burners on the old stove go out.”

Wells said last year when Lowe’s Heroes first choose the EXCEED residential center they surprised them with a new refrigerator. Kitchen cabinets and other repairs were made. “It comes at a wonderful time. Any help we get is really needed,” Wells said. “We are honored and blessed. For many years have gone by, 15 in all, and things are beginning to break down.” She explained that the EXCEED program, not only houses adults with disabilities, but also provides job training and coaching to help the residents learn to live on their own. The EXCEED program has other facilities in Perris and in the Valley. The EXCEED program is a part of California’s Department of Developmental Services entitlement program. “We are underfunded with no increase for the cost of living since the program started,” Wells said. The program was founded in 1978. Helping the EXCEED program has been rewarding to the employees at the Lowe’s distribution center in Beaumont. “It is a blessing to help those in need,” Lowe’s Hero Scotty Washington, an Army Vietnam veteran, said. “It really shows them we care for them, and they are not forgotten. It is like what’s going on in Texas. People helping people.” Washington helped install the shower and the irrigation system.

EXCEED workers Greg Putney and Bill Ramsey work to prepare a bathroom shower for a new shower stall coming from the Beaumont Lowe’s Distribution Center, Sept. 9. The Lowe’s Heroes program annually chooses a nonprofit program to help with needed housing repairs. It is the second year in a row the Lowe’s Heroes have helped the EXCEED residential center at 789 E. Main St. in San Jacinto.

The entire crew from Lowe’s Heroes and the EXCEED adults with disabilities program, Sept. 9, gather in front of the EXCEED residential center at 789 E. Main St. in San Jacinto to donate time and labor to replace and repair some aging appliances, window coverings and make landscaping improvements.

EXCEED and Lowe’s Heroes workers do some landscaping at the EXCEED residential center for adults with disabilities, at 789 E. Main St. in San Jacinto. Landscaping, new blinds, a new shower stall, gas stove, other repairs and general cleanup of the center was donated by the Lowe’s Beaumont Distribution Center.

[Left] Lowe’s Heroes volunteer workers, left, Christian Mendez, Juan Espinosa, Scotty Washington and Carlos Calderon, move a new shower stall from the Lowe’s Heroes program that will replace an aging shower at the EXCEED adults with disabilities residential center in San Jacinto.

Market at a glance (As of Sept. 10, 2017) No of Homes Sold Inventory of Properties Listed

TEMECULA

MURRIETA

WILDOMAR

LAKE ELSINORE

CANYON LAKE

MENIFEE

SUN CITY

HEMET

SAN JACINTO

(350) 355

(366) 372

(196) 204

(134) 129

(130) 131

(312) 321

(101) 106

Average Selling Price

$553,455

$484,056

$394,456

$328,800

$406,286

$3,569,445

$216,473

$229,329

$272,696

Average List Price

$805,978

$762,697

$427,017

$399,713

$684,014

$435,667

$331,292

$295,415

$310,065

Median List Price

$589,900

$485,250

$425,000

$374,950

$539,000

$412,000

$329,000

$250,000

$269,995

$214

$190

$160

$182

$213

$169

$170

$152

$150

Average Days on Market

104

Most Expensive Listing

$4,250,000

$9,990,000

$999,900

$2,249,990

$2,250,000

$895,000

$580,000

$5,000,000

$3,500,000

Least Expensive Listing

$297,900

$180,000

$239,500

$149,900

$123,000

$194,999

$150,000

$29,000

$25,000

Average Age of Listing

44%

42%

41%

37%

39%

33%

24%

27%

22%

Asking Price per Square Foot

% of Properties w/ Price decrease

(84)

(101)

101

% of Properties Relisted (reset DOM)

15%

18%

% of Flip properties (price increase)

3091

3020

2750

2003

2460

2504

1840

1608

1772

Median House Size (sq ft) Median Lot Size (sq ft)

6501-8000

Median Number of Bedrooms

4.0

3.0

4.0

3.0

Median Number of Bathrooms

3.0

2.5

2.0

Seller (45.9)

Seller (49.1)

Seller (54.4)

Seller (56.8)

Seller (43.8)

Seller (57.3)

3Seller (58.8)

Seller (58.8)

Seller (57.2)

Market Action Index*

8001-10,000

8001-10,000 8001-10,000

*This Index measures the current rate of sale versus the amount of inventory. Index above 30 implies a seller’s advantage. Below 30, conditions give the advantage to the buyer. Market data provided by Escrow Leaders (Altos Research) and is current as of 09/11/17. Sales Data provided by SRCAR (MLS) and current as of 09/10/17 Boxes with multiple entries have previous week’s numbers (in parentheses) and this week’s number for comparision purposes. Strong Trends (multiple weeks) in each area are indicated by color: green indicates upward trend; pink indicates downward trend. Valley News makes no representation as to the accuracy or completeness of this data.

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Real Estate / Home & Garden Recent Home Sales

List of transactions from selected cities in Southwest Riverside County • 320 closed transactions for 9/4/17 through 9/10/17.

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Address

Anza

57195 Cain Road 37390 Daemon Hills Dr

$279,900

2280

5BR

3BA

Canyon Lake

30021 Big Range Road

$467,700

2830

3BR

3BA

22069 Saddle Court

$332,000

1917

4BR

2BA

23742 Goetz Drive

$100,000

435

1BR

22611 Cascade Drive

$737,000

3391

4BR

29836 Fisherman Court

$388,657

2043

3BR

22960 Blue Bird Drive

$469,507

4000

4BR

317 Mahogany Street

$41,400

3621

3045 Caper Bush Court

$279,000

25356 Bellview Street

$319,900

3865 Rexford Drive

Hemet

Lake Elsinore

Sale Price

Sq. Ft.

Bedrooms

Bath

Days on Market

$560,500

1422

2BR

2BA

City

Address

Lake Elsinore

www.srcar.org (951) 894-2571

Murrieta 26529 Jefferson Ave.

Sale Price

Sq. Ft.

Bedrooms

Bath

Days on Market

33076 Canopy Lane

$420,000

3471

5BR

3BA

15383 Regatta Way

$379,000

2176

4BR

3BA

52998 Sweet Juliet Lane

$384,000

2921

5BR

3BA

41009 Waterford Street

$400,000

2955

5BR

4BA

1BA

29183 Ocotillo Drive

$330,000

1771

3BR

4BA

32389 Mesa Drive

$290,000

1876

3BR

2BA

1021 Amber Ln

$216,000

1229

3BA

28615 Rostrata

$120,000

780

4BR

3BA

163

28627 Woodchester Way

$400,000

2491

4BR

3BA

26145 Chambers Avenue

2333

4BR

2BA

131

26425 Sun City Boulevard

$220,000

1103

2BR

2BA

102

642 Juanita Street

$273,800

1787

3BR

2BA

270 Meridian Street

$238,000

1378

4BR

2BA

2462 Fruitvale Avenue

$147,500

1276

2BR

2BA

318 Mahogany Street

$390,000

2981

4BR

780 Santa Clara Circle

$75,000

1318

2BR

43155 Charlton Avenue

$283,000

1906

1301 Bee Balm Road

$250,000

426 Michelle Lane

$350,000

Address

Murrieta

Menifee 27070 Sun City Blvd.

Sale Price

Sq. Ft.

Bedrooms

Bath

Days on Market

28691 Via Las Flores

$163,000

762

1BR

1BA

41671 Woodridge Avenue

$290,000

1444

3BR

3BA

42730 Settlers

$530,000

2417

4BR

3BA

34030 Pamplona Ave

$378,000

2604

4BR

4BA

2BA

23193 Joaquin Ridge Drive

$345,000

1858

3BR

3BA

2BA

30288 Stargazer Way

$400,000

1747

4BR

3BA

3BR

2BA

24109 VIA PERLITA

$416,000

1912

3BR

3BA

2BR

2BA

29818 Rose Blossom Drive

$410,000

3092

5BR

3BA

3356

4BR

4BA

250

31713 Whitecrown Drive

$475,000

3628

5BR

5BA

$235,000

1777

3BR

2BA

105

428 7th Street

$157,000

792

2BR

1BA

662

$239,000

1308

3BR

2BA

1432 Willowstone Court

$297,500

2690

5BR

3BA

31229 Southampton Court

$389,900

2688

4BR

3BA

1791 Carrie Street

$200,000

1151

3BR

2BA

27621 Sunrise Shore

$505,000

1861

3BR

2BA

1371 Beringer Drive

$258,000

1508

2BR

2BA

29354 Owl Creek Court

$360,000

2506

4BR

3BA

27385 Pinehurst Road

$205,000

1850

3BR

2BA

28240 Windsor Drive

$220,000

1055

2BR

1BA

27220 Coronado Way

$191,000

977

2BR

2BA

3BA

28287 Paseo Grande Drive

$162,000

1285

2BR

2BA

27554 Alta Vista Way

$247,000

1111

2BR

2BA

29937 Winter Hawk Road

$415,000

3334

5BR

3BA

26399 Cherry Hills Boulevard

$168,000

1066

2BR

2BA

3BR

2BA

27056 Bottlebrush Lane

$267,900

1742

2BR

2BA

26080 Bonita Vista Court

$170,000

1285

2BR

2BA

1898

4BR

3BA

28097 Sunwood Place

$365,000

1855

3BR

3BA

1763

3BR

2BA

29412 Cottage Court

$425,000

3156

3BR

3BA

Menifee

City

Hemet 2355 E. Florida

San Jacinto

Sun City

Temecula

27522 Sycamore Mesa Road

$1,400,000

4996

4BR

4BA

365

33551 Winston Way

$310,000

1532

2BR

2BA

43744 Rassle Drive

$129,500

1680

2BR

2BA

29211 Misty Point Lane

$328,000

1650

3BR

2BA

32650 Via Destello

$466,500

2211

3BR

3BA

2396 Corinto Court

$117,400

820

2BR

1BA

31164 Eagle Creek Street

$355,000

1869

3BR

2BA

31889 Calle Luz

$389,000

1649

3BR

3BA

899 Lexington Street

$255,000

1552

4BR

2BA

27635 Fargo Street

$203,000

1581

3BR

2BA

31770 Sweetwater Circle

$545,000

3361

4BR

4BA

920 Stetson Avenue

$200,000

1433

6BR

2BA

27747 Tate Road

$375,000

2070

4BR

3BA

32119 Corte Soledad

$449,333

2062

3BR

3BA

25937 Baylor Way

$73,000

750

1BR

1BA

27776 Panorama Hills Drive

$317,900

1500

2BR

2BA

45264 Tournament Lane

$422,500

2068

3BR

3BA

44278 Meadow Grove Street

$232,500

1254

3BR

2BA

27045 Hemingway Court

$325,000

1409

3BR

2BA

45563 Callesito Altar

$570,000

3081

4BR

3BA

43053 Babcock Avenue

$319,000

2333

4BR

2BA

29135 New Arrowhead Drive

$417,000

2293

4BR

3BA

30229 Deer Meadow Road

$421,000

2210

4BR

3BA

668 Girard Street

$185,000

991

2BR

2BA

30138 Via Palermo

$392,500

1965

4BR

3BA

44068 Calle Luz

$331,500

1319

3BR

3BA

26550 Princeton Street

$302,999

2156

3BR

3BA

27964 Oakhaven Lane

$320,000

1500

2BR

2BA

43186 Sereno Drive

$400,000

1600

4BR

3BA

40603 Poppy Drive

$215,000

1228

2BR

2BA

29437 Catano Road

$285,000

1546

3BR

3BA

31523 Via Santa Ines

$375,000

1330

3BR

2BA

1040 Indiangrass Drive

$309,000

2446

5BR

4BA

29074 Blue Moon Drive

$375,000

2417

4BR

3BA

40503 Charleston Street

$475,000

3106

5BR

3BA

24892 Rosebrugh Lane

$190,000

1752

2BR

2BA

45515 GLENEAGLES

$430,000

1604

4BR

2BA

43195 Andrade Avenue

$110,000

1140

2BR

2BA

39148 Pagosa Springs Drive

$507,500

2696

4BR

4BA

1448 Camino Hidalgo

$318,000

1632

2BR

2BA

44029 Corriente Court

$339,000

1218

3BR

3BA

31348 Taylor Lane

$256,500

1101

2BR

2BA

32998 Anasazi Drive

$440,000

2291

3BR

3BA

45292 Corte Progreso

$505,000

2574

5BR

3BA

44035 Sheldon Court

$515,000

2583

4BR

3BA

43370 Corte Benitez

$395,000

1525

4BR

3BA

41606 Corte Pergamino

$435,000

2000

4BR

3BA

31881 Corte Positas

$459,000

1950

4BR

2BA

40212 Holden Circle

$405,000

2210

4BR

3BA

44138 Calle Ciuita

$365,000

1552

3BR

3BA

40680 Stetson Avenue

$160,000

1128

2BR

1BA

1718 James Way

$210,000

1097

2BR

2BA

2403 Los Gatos Circle

$230,000

1425

3BR

2BA

1407 Slate Avenue

$235,000

1372

3BR

2BA

2766 Cypress Street

$270,000

1856

3BR

2BA

609 Palm Avenue

$96,500

1254

2BR

2BA

969 Woodbridge Place

$260,000

1680

4BR

2BA

4471 Wanda Circle

$324,000

2438

5BR

3BA

437 Romain Court

$225,000

1338

3BR

2BA

3379 Coronado Avenue

$247,000

1197

3BR

2BA

29630 Rawlings Way

$369,000

2563

3BR

3BA

132

36234 Palmeri Way

$450,000

3992

5BR

5BA

810 El Dorado Court

$336,500

2459

4BR

3BA

4027 Ash Street

$349,000

2147

4BR

3BA

316 Lewis Street

$247,500

1344

3BR

2BA

981 Park Way

$214,000

864

2BR

1BA

19 Corte Montena

$385,000

1855

2BR

2BA

30505 Canyon Hills Road

$259,900

1633

3BR

3BA

31650 Chaparral Way

$365,000

2727

4BR

3BA

280 White Oak Road

$325,000

1442

3BR

2BA

45001 Cornelia Court

$310,000

1635

3BR

2BA

Murrieta

27425 Calle Rabano

$249,900

1111

2BR

2BA

23379 Caliente Springs Avenue

$430,500

3731

5BR

4BA

211

38680 Via Taffia

$170,000

1896

3BR

2BA

101

38242 Clear Creek Street

$439,900

2599

4BR

3BA

101

29200 Smokewood Drive

$415,000

2663

4BR

3BA

28333 Socorro Street

$268,000

1472

3BR

3BA

33740 Willow Haven Lane

$277,000

1619

3BR

3BA

25472 Day Lily Drive

$425,000

2607

4BR

3BA

28427 Adrienne Street

$345,000

2078

4BR

3BA

29210 HYDRANGEA Street

$392,000

3113

4BR

3BA

30778 Dropseed Drive

$415,000

2214

4BR

3BA

23854 Chelsea Way

$640,000

2766

5BR

3BA

37817 Shady Maple Road

$400,000

2090

4BR

2BA

24411 Calle Tassjara

$347,000

1386

3BR

2BA

23875 Via Pamilla

$315,000

1344

2BR

2BA

36726 Doreen Drive

$545,000

4301

6BR

6BA

36290 Grimaud Court

$417,500

1730

3BR

3BA

26400 Palm Tree Lane

$462,500

3511

6BR

4BA

40918 Bouvier Court

$430,000

2274

4BR

2BA

40079 Via Marisa

$425,000

2100

3BR

2BA

38237 Sherwood Street

$508,000

2749

5BR

3BA

39464 Almaden Circle

$425,000

2180

3BR

2BA

27535 Papillion Street

$284,900

1428

3BR

3BA

33902 Nightingale Avenue

$412,000

2905

4BR

3BA

Wildomar

30935 Medinah Way

$459,000

2422

4BR

3BA

22385 Alameda Del Monte

$815,000

3034

5BR

3BA

24391 Wagon Wheel Lane

$265,000

1536

2BR

2BA

33305 Hidden Hollow Drive

$259,000

1484

3BR

2BA

34309 Olive Grove Road

$273,000

1344

3BR

2BA

32568 Kirkwood Court

$465,000

2517

4BR

2BA

24500 Cornstalk Road

$250,000

1344

3BR

2BA

33922 Windmill Road

$278,000

1440

3BR

2BA

25931 Via Sarah

$370,000

1564

4BR

2BA

33934 Almond Street

$350,000

1607

3BR

2BA

Lake Elsinore and Canyon Lake Total Maximum Daily Load Task Force extended Joe Naiman JNAIMAN@REEDERMEDIA.COM

The Lake Elsinore and Canyon Lake Total Maximum Daily Load Task Force has been extended. The Riverside County Board of Supervisors, who are also the board members of the Riverside County Flood Control and Water Conservation District, voted 4-0

with John Tavaglione absent, Aug. 29, to extend the task force agreement through June 30, 2020, with an option to extend the term until June 30, 2022. The Lake Elsinore and Canyon Lake TMDL Task Force was formed to facilitate a coordinated and cost-effective approach to meeting total maximum daily load discharge standards. A basin plan amendment

which incorporates the TMDL standards was approved in December 2004 by the Santa Ana Regional Water Quality Control Board. The agreement provides a Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System permit allowing discharge into the Santa Ana Watershed for the county of Riverside and the cities of Beaumont, Canyon Lake, Hemet, Lake Elsinore, Menifee, Moreno Valley,

Murrieta, Perris, Riverside, San Jacinto and Wildomar and including those which incorporated after 2004 and were added to the permit. The task force was formed in 2006 and pursues TMDL-related tasks including review and development of recommendations to update the TMDL basin plan, implementation of plan tasks assigned to task force stakeholders and participation

by watershed stakeholders to meet appropriate standards. The task force was renewed in 2012, and the previous agreement expired June 30. The agreement includes provisions for task force agencies to make cash or in-kind contributions toward administration, water quality monitoring, special projects and other expenses.

Fall lawn care tips the welcoming weather of fall to address any existing or potential issues. Keep mowing, but adjust how you mow. It’s important that homeowners continue to mow their lawns so long as grass is growing. But as fall transitions into winter, lower the blades so the grass is cut shorter while remaining mindful that no blade of grass should ever be trimmed by more than one-third. Lowering the blades will allow more sunlight to reach the grass in the months ahead. Remove leaves as they fall. Much like apple-picking and foli-

TEMECULA – Spring and summer may be the seasons most often associated with landscaping and lawn care, but tending to lawns and gardens is a year-round job. If lawn and garden responsibilities dip considerably in winter, then fall is the last significant chance before the new year that homeowners will have to address the landscaping around their homes. Fall lawn care differs from spring and summer lawn care, even if the warm temperatures of summer linger into autumn. Homeowners who want their lawns to thrive year-round can take advantage of

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age, raking leaves is synonymous with fall. Some homeowners may wait to pick up a rake until all of the trees on their properties are bare. However, allowing fallen leaves to sit on the ground for extended periods of time can have an adverse effect on grass. Leaves left to sit on the lawn may ultimately suffocate the grass by forming an impenetrable wall that deprives the lawn of sunlight and oxygen. The result is dead grass and possibly even fungal disease. Leaves may not need to be raked every day, but homeowners should periodically rake and remove leaves from their grass, even if there are plenty left to fall still hanging on the trees. Repair bald spots. Summer exacts a toll on lawns in various ways, and even homeowners with green thumbs may end up with a lawn filled with bald spots come September. Autumn is a great time to repair these bald spots. Lawn repair mixes like Scotts’ PatchMaster contain mulch, seed and fertilizer to repair bald spots, which can begin to recover in as little as seven days. Before applying such products, remove dead grass and loosen the top few inches of soil. Follow any additional manufacturer instructions as well. Aerate the turf. Aerating reduces soil compacting, facilitating the delivery of fertilizer and water to a lawn’s roots. While many homeowners, and particularly those who take pride in tending to their own lawns, can successfully aerate their own turf, it’s best to first have soil tested so you know which amendments to add after the ground has been aerated. Gardening centers and home improvement stores sell soil testing kits that measure the pH of soil, but homeowners who want to test for nutrients or heavy metals in their soil may need to send their samples to a lab for further testing. Fall lawn care provides a great reason to spend some time in the yard before the arrival of winter.

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Cottage Lane homes are in high demand

Frontier Homes offers new homes for sale in the Cottage Lane neighborhood in Lake Elsinore. Courtesy photo

LAKE ELSINORE – Homebuyers looking for an elegant home are finding the right value at Cottage Lane homes in Lake Elsinore, which is driving up demand for these new, affordable homes. The community

features three floor plans that are perfect for families of all sizes. Homebuyers will find downstairs bedrooms and bathrooms as well as large lofts perfect for play. The two-story homes of 1,893 to 2,466 square feet offer up to five

bedrooms, up to three baths and side-by-side two-car garages. Pricing at Cottage Lane begins in the mid $300,000s. Homes are selling quickly, so the community is encouraged to tour the models before the opportunity to own one of these homes disappears. “With every new community we build, we strive to offer homebuyers the best choices for their families,” Mark Hicks, vice president of sales and marketing for Frontier Communities, said. “We design our kitchens to be the heart of the home and our neighborhoods with a variety of architectural styles, such as Spanish, Craftsman or Cottage – to give a brand-new community like Cottage Lane a charming sense of place that will get even better over time.” The three distinctive home designs feature large family rooms or great rooms, kitchens with casual dining bars, large pantries and plenty of storage. Some plans offer

bedroom options that allow buyers to increase their bedrooms up to five rooms. Select designs feature a downstairs bedroom and bath to assure that multi-generation families can enjoy life together. Master suites offer large bedroom areas and baths with tub and separate shower, plus large walk-in closets. Close to the neighborhood, public schools include Withrow Elementary, Terra Cotta Middle School and Lakeside High School, all part of the Lake Elsinore Unified School District. Also close by are new shopping, dining and entertainment centers. The Diamond baseball field offers a season of exciting Lake Elsinore Storm home games, and the rain-replenished lake is a great destination for boating, fishing and lake sports. The Lake Elsinore Outlet Mall is nearby, providing a great destination for all kinds of shopping. Accessibility to major employment areas is made easy by proximity to the Interstate 15 corridor,

linking drivers to toll roads toward Orange County and Los Angeles, plus direct access to Ontario, Corona and Riverside. To learn more about Cottage Lane and view the floor plans online, visit www.FrontierHomes. com. Contact a sales associate at (951) 392-5558 or visit the sales office located at 15351 Tiller Lane, in Lake Elsinore. It is open daily, 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Wednesdays, 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. Frontier Communities is a local neighborhood builder whose course is set so that people may realize the American Dream of home ownership with a fresh vision of a proud future, translating vision into attainable neighborhoods. People of all ages and life stages have entrusted Frontier Communities to fulfill the promise they have made to themselves – ownership of a beautiful new home in vibrant surroundings and one they are proud to call home.

Endless laundry? Try going commercial TEMECULA – Does the idea of doing laundry make you want to throw in the towel? Unfortunately that move would only contribute to more laundry. According to the information and statistics website Quora, in a typical year, an average family can do upward of 250 loads of laundry. Even with advancements in laundry technology, it can take more than two hours to wash, dry and fold a single load of clothing. For active men and women and those with large families, laundry piles may seem ever-present. Rather than gathering up all of the clothing and linens and heading to the nearest laundromat, homeowners can bring the laundromat to their homes. Investing in commercial laundry equipment might be the best way for homeowners to solve their laundry woes. A few distinct differences set residential and commercial washers and dryers apart. Residential equipment tends to be small and

can easily fit into homes and handle the demands of family laundry. Commercial machines, however, are designed for large loads, including bulky comforters or throw rugs. Households that do many loads per day may find that commercial washers are more practical, as they are designed to stand up to the demands of daily use. Furthermore, commercial machines tend to wash and dry heavy items more thoroughly and more quickly than residential machines. Because commercial equipment can handle larger loads than residential machines, the potential for energy savings can make commercial machines worth the extra investment. For example a typical home dryer can take an hour to dry a large load on high heat, while it may take only half that time to dry the same load in a commercial dryer. Another factor to consider is that commercial washers and dryers are designed to be serviced rather than replaced. Even though

the initial cost of commercial machines may be higher than residential units, homeowners may break-even or even save money if they don’t need to replace the machine as early as they might with a residential unit. Although there are many benefits to upgrading to commercial laundry equipment, B&C Technologies, an industry leader in commercial and industrial laundry equipment, advises homeowners to consider various factors before making their decision. Homes may need to be outfitted to accommodate commercial units, including larger water lines for adequate water supply, larger drains, upgraded electrical power and a natural gas supply for the dryer. A new exhaust vent may need to be installed to accommodate the greater amount of expelled air. Naturally, the space needed to house commercial units also merits consideration. Commercial laundry equipment can make doing laundry easier for some homeowners.

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Boomers versus millennials creates housing shortage Michael Macari SPECIAL TO VALLEY NEWS

With the aging of America comes word about a recent phenomenon in the housing market on which it’s worth shedding light. The same generation that oversaw the largest residential real estate expansion in history, the baby boomers, have become the baby “blockers.” They’re not letting millennials in to their homes, that is. It’s not new news that there is a shortage of housing stock for first-time homeowners, especially millennials. As the largest demographic group in America seeks to put down roots, they are finding a shortage of affordable properties that hasn’t been seen in generations. The millennial generation

is a full one-third larger than their baby boomer parents at 90 million strong. Also, millennials have put off housing, marriage and a host of other responsibilities and cultural norms until recently entering their thirties. Post-crisis highs in starter home availability have given way to extreme shortages, causing millennials seriously seeking homes to entertain spending more to get the home they choose or finding themselves in bidding wars for stock. Previous generations – the greatest generation, baby boomers and even Generation X – entered the housing market much earlier, traditionally in their mid-20s and in greater numbers than millennials today. With this, the baby boomers born between 1945 and 1964 are now in their retirement years. The move to retirement communities in warm-weather states has

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slowed a bit. Perhaps a realization has struck that their homes have value to them right where they are? Regardless, boomers are choosing to stay in their homes. Typically, remaining mortgages for boomers are fairly low, proportionately and they have equity enough, perhaps, to live and draw down, often to compensate for underfunding their retirement years. Americans are living longer as well. And so, in many American cities, boomers are holding on to their homes. They own 50 percent of all housing in America, which is up from 43 percent only a decade ago, and they are contributing to the squeezing out of their own children from owning homes. Yet, there is a glimmer of hope in the rising numbers of housing starts in some areas that falls under the thought that “if you build it, they most certainly will come.” According to a new report from Trulia, the online residential real estate website breaks down the nation’s homebuilding numbers. It has found that three cities alone in the U.S. are on pace to build nearly 130,000 new homes in 2017. The permits for the three cities make up nearly as much as 50 other large U.S. metros combined. Dallas, Houston and Austin, all in Texas, are on pace to make up more than 10 percent of all permits in the U.S. That’s a lot of new homes. Ralph McLaughlin, Trulia’s chief economist, explained what the growth means for the cities. “We think the building boom in Austin and Dallas is healthy and welcomed, given the meteoric rise in prices and decrease in affordability we’ve seen over the past year,” McLaughlin said. It is welcomed news for the state since, like much of the country, it has been struggling with a lack of housing inventory. Dallas is the No. 1 homebuilding market in the country, with nearly 49,000 projected permits. Houston is a close second at nearly 48,000 permits. Texas, of course, isn’t alone in

trying to improve the dearth of available inventory in the country. New York rounded out the top three, with a projection of just over 40,000. So, the numbers speak volumes. To truly see the creation of the numbers of housing millennials will need in the next 20 years may require nothing short of a renaissance, and that will take some work. Economic policy contributes to housing shortages. Ask many older Americans, and they will give a plethora of answers as to why they are holding on to their homes. They are comfortable in their homes, they find them relatively affordable and they see the equity in them as “their retirement.” They receive property tax exemptions for the elderly in many communities. Zoning rules continue to make it difficult for developers – if they could entice seniors to sell – to build affordable apartments and housing that seniors would find attractive enough to move. The problem begs another view of the dilemma that from the perspective of renewal of urban development. Most urban centers still have stocks of decaying wartime housing – single and multifamily homes built just after World War II to house returning soldiers and their families. They were built in neighborhoods, along with schools, cluster housing and other amenities that today have become rundown, graffitiridden, undesirable “former” neighborhoods. Some communities, such as Portland and Seattle, have seen public and private support for renewal projects that have turned older neighborhoods into new meccas for younger people and families putting down roots. In many of the communities, gardens and even livestock are replacing asphalt backyards and parking lots to meet the “green,” healthy lifestyle demands millennials are desire. On these properties, they are able to grow their own vegetables, milk their own goats and

live an organic lifestyle. So, the problem is not asking boomers and seniors to move on, as much as it is that public policy and private industry need to draw up some plans, offer incentives to revitalize the old neighborhoods and fix-up the old housing stock. Mortgage companies have a role here as well. Give millennials and other first-time homeowners new “smart” mortgages; ones where low down payments can be required, perhaps where student loans and even U.S. Department of Agriculture or existing 203K regulated funds for fixer-uppers can be combined in a mortgage that makes sense to offer a viable option to these generations actively trying to enter the market. In doing so, I think the country will see a housing boom that could be unprecedented in American history. Perhaps millions of jobs will open up in a revitalized construction and remodeling industry, which has long been America’s primary economic engine. The country certainly needs the housing. It needs the construction and remodeling industry, and it needs civic help in paving the way for tomorrow’s housing. A revitalized housing sector will provide an economic engine here at home that has long been missing – a drag on an economy already struggling to find itself in the post-modern world. Envision American-made materials, smart technologies and energy-efficient homes. Picture neighborhoods once again filled with growing families, parks, life and growth. It’s not hard, if it’s done together, all of us – communities, builders, mortgage lenders, generations, taxpayers and municipalities – all of us. Michael Macari is chief communications officer for San Diego and Stamford, Connecticut-based National Asset Direct and its iServe Residential Lending companies. He is an award-winning writer producer and lives in Stamford, Connecticut, with Sally, his wife of thirty-eight years, their five children and two grandchildren.

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My name is Sadie. I am a 7-year-old female German Shepherd. I am everything you could ever want in a dog; happy, friendly and sweet. I am well-behaved and very easy to love. I am good with children and other dogs, up-to-date on my shots and am looking for a loving home. Intake Number: 123675/R215488

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Hi, my name is Stella. I am a 2-year-old Boxer mix and a very active girl. I am good with children and other dogs. I love to go outside and chase just about anything. I would make an amazing pet. I will need to be fixed before going home with you! Intake Number: 361616

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Opinion Editor’s Note: Opinions do not necessarily reflect the views of the Valley News staff. We invite opinions on all sides of an issue. If you have an opinion, please send it as an e-mail to valleyeditor@reedermedia.com, or fax us at (760) 723-9606. Maximum word count 500. All letters must include the author’s name, address and phone number. The Valley News reserves the right to edit letters as necessary to fit the publication’s format.

Ready.gov provides necessary resources for wildfire preparedness Kim Harris ANZAEDITOR@REEDERMEDIA.COM

Here in Southern California, wildfire is always a risk. But, this year thanks to soaking rains that brought the region out of the worst drought in the state’s history, the area has even more combustible materials than in previous years as new growth sprouted and took hold all throughout the Valley News’ coverage areas. In the past two weeks alone, a series of wildfires have scorched the area. The Palmer fire near Beaumont – caused by fireworks – burned 3,784 acres he week of Sept. 2. The biggest fire in the news is the La Tuna Fire, which consumed 7,194 acres, shut down the 210 freeway and destroyed five homes. Meanwhile, between Aug. 30 and now, a handful of smaller fires throughout the area also burned a good number of acres, all added up. All of these fires served as a reminder that September is National Preparedness month and that residents should focus on becoming “fire ready.” In 2015, I wrote briefly about emergency preparedness and the resources available to those in the

local area and about www.Ready. gov, the website that I have used forever in preparing for emergencies no matter where I have lived. There is some great information there, and this week, I would encourage everyone to take a look at their wildfire preparedness section. Be Informed, Plan Ahead and Take Action are the three areas this website focuses on, and they all make sense to me. In the “Be Informed” section, there is a download you can save to your desktop, phone or tablet and refer back to as necessary, but the gist of this little gem is simple. In it you can learn how to protect yourself and your property in the event of a wildfire. Covering everything from what wildfire is to what the risk is in the area where we live, this handout is a must have for everyone who lives in Southern California. You can download it by visiting www.Ready.gov and clicking on the “How to Prepare for a Wildfire” link. In the “Plan Ahead” section, there is a Wildfire Playbook, which is great for homeowners and business owners alike. This download offers up resources for households and organizations to discuss and

practice plans and safety measures to improve resilience for specific disasters, including wildfires. I know what I need to grab from my office if the area is threatened by a wildfire, do you? The “Take Action” section of the website encourages you to “start the conversation.” When people talk about preparedness, they are more likely to take action, according to the site. So, in an effort to get people talking and planning, this portion of the site offer customizable promotional materials like posters, banners, logos, e-vites and more. Each year I go through our emergency kits to make sure everything is up to date. Our kits, which contain everything from important papers, medications, a video and photos of everything in our home, are right where we can grab them and evacuate quickly if we must. We also have 10-feet of defensible space between our home and anything flammable, the Red Cross Shelter Finder app is downloaded on all our phones and we have a plan in place on where to meet should we be separated. One final note on evacuation: if you are told to go, then go. Trying to save your property or sheltering

Representative Ken Calvert runs from protesters, mocks them on Twitter To the Editor After complete silence since the November elections, @TeamCalvert took to Twitter to continue to promote this idea that many of the constituents he represents are “Pelosi liberals” working on a “liberal agenda.” Not only does Rep. Calvert vote with President Donald Trump 98 percent of the time, he even tweets immature insults like Trump. His recent tweet was insulting and emblematic of his unwillingness to engage in meaningful dialog with his constituents. He doesn’t care to represent the constituents he doesn’t agree with. Calvert won’t even listen to them. He only cares to represent wealthy corporate donors who power his campaign and

line his pockets. The time has come in the 42nd District for a representative who listens to those she serves, regardless of what side of the aisle they land on. We have needs in the 42nd District which are being ignored, and I am committed to moving forward to find common ground on issues that must be addressed if everyone is to have a chance at life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. Medicare for all, because you shouldn’t have to be wealthy to stay healthy. Ending Citizens United, so our representatives and our elections aren’t bought by the top 1 percent. Clean energy and the jobs they create, so we put people to work without continuing to destroy our

fragile environment. Ending mass incarceration and boosting education, because we spend far more to incarcerate than we do to educate. And so much more. Constituents deserve a representative who listens to them, even when they disagree. On social media and in person, Calvert avoids, deflects and insults people he is charged with representing. His behavior makes it clear that 2018 will be the year he finally loses his job. My fellow constituents and I do not have a liberal agenda; we have a common-sense agenda. Julia Peacock Democratic candidate for California’s 42nd District Corona, California

Have ‘dreamers’ help secure the border Now that former President Barack Obama’s un-Constitutional Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals or DACA is coming to an end as per the campaign promise of President Donald Trump, Congress now has this hot potato and must commit to securing our national borders and defending America’s sovereignty. In an institution that is clearly lacking in any wisdom whatsoever, what we need Congress to demonstrate is some wisdom worthy of

King Solomon. Perhaps the best solution would be to pass a bill that grants the so-called “dreamers” a form of amnesty in exchange for a three-year contract of public service building the wall to secure our country against the illegal immigrants, criminals and heroin traffickers causing so much disruption among our society. This program could be fashioned after the Peace Corps or AmeriCorps and should be called “The Wall Builders.” After three

years of service building the wall, a “dreamer” could then be granted amnesty with an option for citizenship after 15 years with a clean record. This idea would be a win-win result. After the wall is built and the “dreamers” granted legal status, this program could be eliminated as having served its purpose. King Solomon would surely approve.

Rick Reiss Temecula, California

in place is a foolish risk that no one should take. Remember, stuff can be replaced, people can’t. So, call me a nag for harping on emergency preparedness or call me crazy for my preparation pro-

cesses, but should my family and I be faced with the unthinkable, we are ready to do what we need to do to stay alive and well in the event of an emergency. I sincerely hope you are too.

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Blotter Man charged with second-degree murder Man killed in highway crash following crash that killed Murrieta woman identified as Murrieta resident Kim Harris VALLEYEDITOR@REEDERMEDIA.COM

The Riverside County Coroner’s office has identified the woman killed in a three-vehicle collision Wednesday, Sept. 6, as Joan Lehmer, 62, of Murrieta. Lehmer was killed when the vehicle she was driving was struck head on by a suspected DUI driver. The incident, involving a 2002 Chevy Silverado pickup truck driven by Christopher Barbara, 51, of Hemet, a 2015 Dodge 2500 van driven by Markis Tokio, 25, of Vista and a 2011 Toyota RAV4 driven by Lehmer, was first reported shortly after 10:40 a.m. Barbara was placed under arrest for allegedly driving under the influence and was booked into the Southwest Detention Center. Barbara, who was charged with second-degree murder, made his first court appearance Friday, Sept. 8. He entered a “not guilty” plea before County Superior Court Judge Mark Mandio, who scheduled a felony settlement conference for Sept. 14 at the Southwest Justice Center in Murrieta. Along with the murder count, he faces charges of gross vehicular manslaughter, driving under the influence of a controlled substance resulting in injuries and crossing a

Officers investigate the scene of a crash near the intersection of Winchester and Auld roads that killed Joan Lehmer, 62 of Murrieta, Wednesday, Sept. 6. Christopher Barbara, 51, of Hemet, is facing seconddegree murder charges stemming from the incident. Andy Harris photo

divided roadway resulting in injuries. He is being held in lieu of $1 million bail at the Byrd Detention Center in Murrieta Deputy Mike Lassig with the California Highway Patrol said that Barbara was driving the Chevy Silverado southbound on Winchester Road, just north of Auld Road at “an undetermined amount of speed, when for unknown reasons,” he drifted to the left, crossing the center dividing line. Barbara’s truck struck Lehmer’s Toyota RAV4 – which was headed northbound in the No. 2 lane at approximately 50 mph – head on. After the two vehicles collided, the Toyota overturned and struck the Dodge van.

Lehmer perished on the scene from her injuries. Barbara along with his passenger, Brent Schmidt, 46, of Hemet, and Tokio were all transported to an area hospital for treatment of moderate to minor injuries. The three-car collision blocked all lanes of traffic on Winchester Road prompting, the California Highway Patrol to issue a SigAlert, closing Winchester Road between Benton and Auld roads for approximately four hours while they conducted an investigation. The incident remains under investigation, and anyone with information should contact the California Highway Patrol Temecula office at (951) 506-2000.

A motorcycle lies on Interstate 15 following a multi-vehicle accident. The motorcyclist, from Murrieta, died due to his injuries from the collision. Heather Olinger photo

PALA MESA - A man thrown from his motorcycle and killed in a collision on Interstate 15 near Fallbrook was 59 years old and from Murrieta, authorities say. His name is being withheld pending family notification. The crash occurred shortly after 3:30 p.m. Monday on northbound Interstate 15, just north of state Route 76 in the Pala Mesa area, said California Highway Patrol Officer Mark Latulippe. The motorcyclist was splitting lanes on the freeway at unknown speeds when he struck the rear of a Toyota Corolla, throwing him from the motorcycle, Latulippe said. He was taken to Palomar Medical Center,

where he was pronounced dead. The initial collision set off a chainreaction, with a Ford F-150 swerving to avoid the downed rider and crashing into a Honda Civic, Latulippe said. That crash pushed the Civic into a Volvo semitractor-trailer. The driver of the Civic was taken to Palomar Medical Center for treatment of minor to moderate injuries. CHP investigators are still trying to determine what caused the initial crash - drugs or alcohol are not believed to have been factors - and did not immediately know why the motorcyclist collided with the Corolla, Latulippe said. The crash left three northbound lanes blocked on the freeway into the late afternoon.

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Real Estate B R U B A K E R C U LT O N Turnkey Home! Dual pane windows and blinds, newer cabinets and laminate flooring throughout. Two tone paint, tile backsplash in bath tub, as well as tile fireplace. Electrical was updated along with new switches and plugs. Come see everything this home has to offer! Perfect for first time home buyer or anyone looking for a ready to move in home. Title shows 3 bedrooms but the house has a fourth “den” room that is being used as a fourth bedroom. $226,000. (951) 658-7211.

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BRUBAKER CULTON Nice Family Home! Nice floor plan, low tax area. Corner lot home. Perfect for a big family. Ceramic tiles all over. Walking distance to shopping. Stop by and request your personal tour. $249,500. (951) 658-7211.

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Fallbrook $718,747

Fallbrook $648,747

Welcome to exclusive gated & guarded Rolling Hills Estates! Prime view location, one level living in main house & a lower level 4 car garage and guest quarters. Privacy and space will offer tranquil days of enjoyment from your outdoor patio or balcony as you gaze across the countryside and enjoy the whisper of the afternoon breeze. Your new home is waiting!

Enjoy evenings by the fireplaces, summer afternoons by your private pool, & the good life on your completely versatile property. Fruit trees, shade trees & several destination & relaxation spots on your usable fenced grounds. Separate detached cottage, retreat or studio for your imagination. Horse friendly neighborhood down this quaint country lane close to town. Loaded w/ charm, style and class.

Excellent Investment opportunity in best area of Downtown Fallbrook. High daily traffic count & max. site exposure from this corner lot. Currently occupied by a restaurant leasing 2 recently renovated suites totaling 2500 sf. 2300 sf is currently avail for lease. Property may be purchased w/adj single family residence which will allow greater possibilities for future expansion. The Merlot Building will offer any investor an opportunity for a high rate of return while owning a key historic location that incl a previous railroad stop.

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Fallbrook $889,747

Fallbrook $848,747

Fallbrook $698,747

Gorgeous home in prestigious Rolling Hills Estates gated guarded community on almost 3 acres w/spectacular hilltop views! Loads of RECENT upgrades make this home a steal at this price! Luxurious slab granite counters & center island in this Chef’s dream kitchen opens to a spacious family room w/ wet bar. Jacuzzi type tub & shower enclosure in MBR. Plus many more features!

Stone pillars lead up a winding drive to this absolutely stunning home! Rich hardwood flooring beckons you into this magnificent home filled with wonderful custom features throughout! Spacious formal living, family room, dining and eating areas. A dream kitchen with a massive center island, generous slab marble counters. Spectacular master suite w/custom fireplace.

Highly upgraded, Peppertree Park! Enjoy the beautiful gated comm & 6 acre park as additional benefits to your pride of ownership home. Remodeled kitchen w/high end applcs & cabinets. Inviting wood flooring, crown molding, designer paint accents and bonus room. Inviting breakfast alcove. EZ care landscape & maintenance with artificial. Views from the redone balcony.

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Fallbrook $1,198,747

Fallbrook $848,747

Fallbrook $768,747

Fallbrook gated custom home with something for everyone! Superior quality at every turn with thoughtful layout & design. All major rooms incl master suite on one level! Large FR & gourmet kitchen combine for a dramatic family gathering spot. Enjoy a variety of fruit trees and drought tolerant landscape. RV parking and lg detached shop completes the motor court.

Fallbrook one level quality home that will fulfill all your dreams! Bring your horses! Enjoy mountain views from the dramatic front entry. Drought tolerant landscaping. Backyard has a waterfall, outdoor kitchen & RV pad w/ hook ups. Master w/ dual walk-ins. Convenient separation w/ secondary bedrooms. Upgraded wiring throughout the home for sound systems. Back up generator included. Convenient location close to town & also easy access to I-15.

paid off solar! One level home with designer touches and upgrades throughout. Enjoy large volume rooms including huge kitchen and family room combo for entertaining. Meander through the numerous outdoor garden destination areas. Enjoy the outdoor fireplace in your front courtyard. Separate courtyard entrance to the attached casita. Community park is just a short stroll away. Enjoy the good life! Something for everyone!

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Fallbrook $158,747

Excellent view parcel located above Pala Mesa Golf Course! You will enjoy mountain views to the east, the greens of the golf course, mid day ocean breezes & picturesque fabulous oak trees on your new home location. Short walk to the clubhouse, Restaurant, Pala Mesa Resort & a new winery down the street. This fully improved parcel is ready to go! Includes sewer connected, water meter, & electric transformer at the site. Graded flat area for week-end getaways. Location is booming w/ new development!

Brand new developed area! This is one of four available choice Fallbrook building sites offering convenience to I-15 fwy & the path of future dev. Amazing panoramic views, choice building site locations, fire hydrants installed, new road in place, perc tests completed, water meters installed & very gentle terrain. All parcels offer amazing opportunities for your dream home. Enjoy the views, the breezes & experience the peace for yourself! Live the country lifestyle!

Perfect size country property located in De Luz Heights of Fallbrook. Something for everyone! Views, ocean breeze & peace & quiet will be yours from this tranquil location. Horses are welcome. Rough pad perched at the high portion of this parcel, & a workshop is included below on the flatter area. 3 BD septic is installed! Water Meter is included. Prepped for electrical. So much is done. just waiting for your finishing touches. Your dreams of country living can be fulfilled here.

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*This information is derived from Sandicor MLS 2016 data.